By Anjali Sharma
WASHGINGTON – US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he has kept the possibility of running for a third presidential term in 2028 open.
Trump, during his interaction with the media aboard Air Force One, said, “I would love to do it. I have the best numbers ever, when asked about former White House strategist Steve Bannon’s recent suggestion that he seek an unconstitutional third term.”
He quickly added that he “hasn’t really thought about” running again.
Trump also hinted at the potential successors to lead the Republican Party after his tenure, named Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance as top contenders for the 2028 presidential race.
“We have some really good people,” Trump said, pointing toward Rubio, “We have great people — I don’t need to get into that. One of them is standing right here,” he added.
He also praised his vice president, JD Vance, “Obviously, JD is great. The vice president is great. I’m not sure anyone would run against those two,” Trump said.
Bannon, a close ally of the former president, has been among the most vocal advocates for Trump to consider another run, recently claiming on his podcast that “there is a plan” for Trump to seek a third term. However, the US Constitution limits a president to two terms.
Trump has arrived in Tokyo for the second leg of his Asia trip, after a successful visit to Malaysia, where he participated in the ASEAN Summit.
He waved farewell to Malaysian officials and citizens, marked the conclusion of his 24-hour visit.
He wrote on Truth Social,, “Just leaving Malaysia, a great and very vibrant Country. Signed major Trade and Rare Earth Deals, and yesterday, most importantly, signed the Peace Treaty between Thailand and Cambodia. NO WAR! Millions of lives saved. Such an honor to have gotten this done. Now, off to Japan!!!”
