Trump's Hints of 2028 Presidential Bid Should Be Taken Seriously
The 22nd Amendment to the US Constitution explicitly prohibits a president from being elected more than twice. However, President Donald Trump has been sowing seeds of doubt about his ability to run again in 2028. In contrast to his previous statements that running was not something he considered, recent comments suggest that the ex-president may indeed be eyeing another term.
This shift is worth taking seriously as it follows a pattern of disregard for constitutional norms and institutions since Trump took office. From attempting to end birthright citizenship to deploying the National Guard against US citizens, his actions have frequently skirted established laws and regulations. It's little surprise that he has not always taken these constraints at face value.
Critics might dismiss this as an attempt to distract Americans from more pressing issues like the ongoing government shutdown, which affects millions of federal workers and tens of millions more through SNAP benefits. However, Trump's words carry weight, particularly when paired with his close ally Steve Bannon.
The Supreme Court has been struggling to keep pace with Trump's executive orders, and it appears that the conservative majority is sympathetic to expanding presidential authority. By surrounding himself with loyalists who would support such actions, Trump makes it seem plausible that he could pull off a major upheaval in the electoral process.
While many consider this scenario far-fetched, Trump's track record suggests otherwise. Given his history of disregarding established norms and institutions, it is difficult to rule out any possibility entirely. For now, one should remain vigilant, as this hints at a 2028 presidential bid could be more than just speculation.
The 22nd Amendment to the US Constitution explicitly prohibits a president from being elected more than twice. However, President Donald Trump has been sowing seeds of doubt about his ability to run again in 2028. In contrast to his previous statements that running was not something he considered, recent comments suggest that the ex-president may indeed be eyeing another term.
This shift is worth taking seriously as it follows a pattern of disregard for constitutional norms and institutions since Trump took office. From attempting to end birthright citizenship to deploying the National Guard against US citizens, his actions have frequently skirted established laws and regulations. It's little surprise that he has not always taken these constraints at face value.
Critics might dismiss this as an attempt to distract Americans from more pressing issues like the ongoing government shutdown, which affects millions of federal workers and tens of millions more through SNAP benefits. However, Trump's words carry weight, particularly when paired with his close ally Steve Bannon.
The Supreme Court has been struggling to keep pace with Trump's executive orders, and it appears that the conservative majority is sympathetic to expanding presidential authority. By surrounding himself with loyalists who would support such actions, Trump makes it seem plausible that he could pull off a major upheaval in the electoral process.
While many consider this scenario far-fetched, Trump's track record suggests otherwise. Given his history of disregarding established norms and institutions, it is difficult to rule out any possibility entirely. For now, one should remain vigilant, as this hints at a 2028 presidential bid could be more than just speculation.