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Spaun wins U.S. open after weathering messy rain delay at OakmontVance Boelter taken into custody in lawmaker shootings in MinnesotaChild dies from injuries after being hit by car in Manchester, NH‘No Kings’ movement gains momentum as thousands of Marylanders take to the streetsICE directed to pause immigration arrests at farms, hotels and restaurantsLive: Trump’s military parade marks Army’s 250th birthday in WashingtonSuspect in lawmakers’ shootings considered “armed and dangerous”At least 13 dead, several missing in San Antonio after rapid floodingMinnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman assassinated; manhunt for suspect posing as copBitcoin drops to $103,300 after losing its breakoutAirline stocks trade lower as oil price spikePayments stocks tumble on Walmart, Amazon stablecoin reportAsia-Pacific markets fall as Israel conducts military strikes on Iran; oil prices soarDow futures fall 500 points after Iran is targetedEuropean stocks lose ground after Israel launches air strikes on IranOil prices jump more than 7% on the heels of Israeli strikesIran launches 100 drones at Israel in response to missile attack as markets reelIsrael launches strike on Iran’s nuclear programTrump wanted an Iran nuclear deal fast. Now he may get military confrontationS&P 500 closes higher on Thursday, lifted by Oracle rally and favorable inflation reportStocks making the biggest midday moves: Oracle, Boeing and moreHundreds feared dead after Air India jet crashes after takeoffOil prices fall 2% as traders watch Israel-Iran conflictEuropean stocks decline amid negative tariff sentiment; UK economy shrinks more than expectedS&P 500 rebounds as Oracle leads tech stocks higherS&P 500 closes lower, snapping 3-day winning streakQuantum computing stocks rise after Nividia CEO’s commentsEurope stocks choppy as Trump comments on China trade talksTrump says China will supply rare earths in ‘done’ dealMeta launches AI ‘world model’ to advance robotics, self-driving carsMajor U.S. indexes end Tuesday in the greenStocks tick higher as investors await details on U.S.-China trade talks progressAutos and energy lead Europe markets to higher closeEurope stocks choppy as investors await updates out of U.S.-China trade talksInsmed, J.M. 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preCharge News WASHINGTON D.C. — Former President Donald Trump offered his most definitive answer yet about whether he intends to seek a third term in office—saying he does not plan to pursue another run after completing a second term. But his comments, laced with constitutional hedging and praise for emerging GOP successors, left the door ajar for speculation.
“I’ll be an eight-year president. I’ll be a two-term president,” Trump told NBC’s Kristen Welker during a Sunday airing of Meet the Press.
That answer was a shift from his earlier flirtation with a third-term bid. In March, he said he was “not joking” when asked about extending his time in office. Since then, Trump allies have reportedly urged him to test constitutional limits. Yet he now says he understands the barriers in front of him.
“It’s something that, to the best of my knowledge, you’re not allowed to do,” Trump said. “I don’t know if that’s constitutional that they’re not allowing you to do it or anything else.”
Trump Breaks Silence on Third-Term Rumors. Photo: NBC
The Constitutional Wall: Can Trump Run Again?
The U.S. Constitution’s 22nd Amendment clearly bars presidents from serving more than two elected terms. Altering that provision would require two-thirds approval from both chambers of Congress—or from two-thirds of state legislatures—plus ratification by three-fourths of states. That threshold makes repeal politically unfeasible.
In January, Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) introduced a long-shot proposal to amend the Constitution to allow up to three presidential terms. It has since stalled. Meanwhile, Rep. Dan Goldman (D-NY), lead counsel in Trump’s first impeachment, introduced a counter-resolution affirming the two-term limit.
Though Trump denied holding any formal meetings about a third-term path, he acknowledged hearing “different concepts,” including a scenario where Vice President JD Vance runs in 2028 and hypothetically “passes the role” to Trump. Legal scholars widely view such ideas as unconstitutional.
Speculation reached a boiling point last month when Trump’s sons, through the Trump Organization, released “Trump 2028” hats priced at $50. The merchandise carried the tagline: “Rewrite the rules with the Trump 2028 high crown hat.”
Trump’s sons, through the Trump Organization, released “Trump 2028” hats priced at $50.
The hats sparked backlash and added fuel to media rumors of a third-term Trump bid. But the former president distanced himself from the merchandise during the NBC interview.
“There are many people selling the 2028 hat. But this is not something I’m looking to do,” Trump said. “I’m looking to have four great years and turn it over to somebody, ideally a great Republican.”
Who Will Carry the MAGA Torch?
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President J.D. Vance. (Official photos)
Trump floated several names as potential heirs to the MAGA movement. Among them were Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Both men have seen their profiles rise significantly in Trump’s second term.
“It could very well be Vance,” Trump said, when asked who’s next in line. “But I don’t want to get involved in that.”
He praised Vance as a “fantastic, brilliant guy” and added that Rubio, now juggling roles from national security adviser to acting head of USAID, is doing “an outstanding job.” Trump stopped short of endorsing either candidate, emphasizing that the 2028 race is still a long way off.
“Somebody’s the VP. If that person is outstanding, I guess that person would have an advantage,” Trump added.
Still, he pointed out that other Republicans—“maybe 20 of them”—could emerge as strong contenders.
Internal GOP Pressure and 2026 Election Fears
Internal GOP Pressure and 2026 Election Fears
Even as Trump eyes a smooth handoff, the political pressure inside the GOP is intensifying. Trump is gearing up for the 2026 midterms, hoping to defy historical odds. Midterm losses are common for the president’s party, and GOP strategists are privately bracing for difficult Senate and House races.
Trump has faced mounting criticism over his swift use of executive orders, especially actions targeting DEI initiatives and imposing steep tariffs. The latter move in particular has drawn fire from both parties and has contributed to sagging approval ratings in the early months of his second term.
Recent polls from preCharge News show Trump’s handling of the economy—especially tariffs—as one of his weakest areas.
Despite that, he remains undeterred.
“I think we’re going to turn it around. I think we’re going to turn it around easy,” he told Welker, signaling a “very active” role in GOP fundraising and candidate endorsements.
Trump’s Exit Strategy or Political Red Herring?
U.S. President Donald Trump looks on after disembarking from Air Force One at West Palm Beach, Florida. (Reuters)
For now, Trump seems content with a two-term legacy and appears focused on securing GOP momentum in 2026. Whether that will hold remains to be seen, particularly as MAGA loyalists continue to stir third-term fantasies online and through merchandise.
His decision to praise—but not anoint—Vance or Rubio ensures the spotlight stays on him. And in classic Trump fashion, he’s keeping speculation alive without crossing legal lines—at least for now.
Eduardo Sifuentes
