A spokesperson for the White House has stated that the United States would be “lucky” to have Donald Trump serve a third term as president. This remark follows comments made by attorney Alan Dershowitz, a notable supporter of Trump, who shared insights from his upcoming book regarding the potential for Trump to seek a third term.
During a discussion with the Wall Street Journal, Dershowitz noted that while he believes a third term is “not clear” in terms of legality, he also acknowledged that the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits any individual from being elected to the office of president more than twice. Despite this, White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson expressed confidence in the current administration’s achievements and suggested that extending Trump’s presidency would benefit the American people.
“There has never been an administration that has accomplished as much in less than one year than the Trump administration,” Jackson stated in an email to Axios. She added, “The American people would be lucky to have President Trump in office for even longer.”
These comments reflect ongoing conversations within certain factions of the Republican Party about the possibility of Trump’s return to the presidency. In March, Trump remarked that he was “not joking” about running for a third term but indicated that it was “too early” to make definitive plans.
Former chief strategist Steve Bannon has also voiced support for a third term, claiming that a plan is in place for Trump’s potential candidacy in the near future. “He’s gonna get a third term, Trump ‘28,” Bannon said in October, urging the public to prepare for this possibility.
In response to Bannon’s assertions, Trump conveyed his enthusiasm for the idea of another run. “I would love to run for another term. I have my best numbers,” he told reporters in October. When asked directly about his future plans, Trump stated, “Am I not ruling it out? You’ll have to tell me.”
Despite the speculation surrounding a potential third term, Dershowitz expressed skepticism about Trump’s actual intentions. He stated, “Do I think he’s going to run for a third term? No, I don’t think he will run for a third term.” This sentiment aligns with claims made by House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana, who suggested that Trump understands the constitutional limitations regarding presidential terms.
As discussions about Trump’s political future continue to unfold, the implications of his potential candidacy remain a topic of significant interest within the Republican Party and among the American public. The idea of a third term raises complex questions about the interpretation of the Constitution and the evolving landscape of American politics.
