Trump Dismisses 2028 Vice Presidency, Leaves Third-Term Bid Open

President Donald Trump has ruled out running for vice president in the 2028 election, calling the idea "too cute" and suggesting it would not be right or popular with the public. Despite this, Trump has not dismissed the possibility of seeking a third presidential term, which is constitutionally prohibited by the 22nd Amendment. His former chief strategist, Steve Bannon, claims there is a plan to circumvent this amendment to keep Trump in office beyond two terms. Trump has expressed admiration for Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling them "unstoppable" and potential presidential candidates. Legal experts point to the 12th Amendment, which bars anyone constitutionally ineligible for president from becoming vice president, undermining theories of Trump running as VP to return to the presidency. While Trump toys with the idea of a third term, significant constitutional and political hurdles remain, and some Republican lawmakers have even proposed amending the Constitution to allow a third term for Trump.