IN THE MAKING: Can Donald Trump Run for President in 2028?

IN THE MAKING: Can Donald Trump Run for President in 2028?

Author: Liam Heffernan August 7, 2025 Duration: 10:29
America: The Story of the USA
HistoryCultureNewsPoliticsSocietySociety & Culture

The short answer is no (sorry MAGA), at least not without a change to the constitution. So in this episode of America: A History in the Making, I explore the main constitutional barriers to a Trump third term, and why changing this would be almost impossible in just three years.

Let us know in the comments what you think:

Do you want Trump to run again in 2028?

Should he be allowed?

Who do you think the Republican nominee contenders are?

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Highlights from this episode:

  • In this episode, we delve into the implications of Donald Trump's potential third presidential run in 2028 and the constitutional barriers that exist.
  • We clarify that the 22nd Amendment restricts any individual from being elected for more than two terms as president, creating significant legal challenges.
  • Our discussion includes Trump's recent comments suggesting JD Vance as a likely Republican nominee, highlighting the shifting dynamics within the MAGA movement.
  • We explore the argument that Trump could run for vice president, but we detail why this is constitutionally problematic and unlikely to succeed.
  • The episode emphasizes that there is no legal route for Trump to regain the presidency, addressing concerns among both supporters and critics alike.
  • We conclude that unless significant legal changes occur, Donald Trump will not be president after 2028, which is a critical point for understanding future elections.

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Additional Resources:

12th Amendment - Election of President and Vice President | Constitution Center

Can Donald Trump run for a third term? Constitution sets two-term limit despite 'Trump 2028' merch

Trump touches on the 22nd Amendment and that is bad news for US history

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And if you like this episode, you might also love:

What Was the Constitutional Convention?

Why Does the President Only Serve Two Terms?

Is the President Above the Law?

How Are Presidents Elected?

What is the US Constitution?

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