Trump teases third term with 'Trump 2028' merchandise
Donald Trump is once again stirring controversy by suggesting the possibility of running for a third term. His store has introduced merchandise with the slogan "Trump 2028," raising concerns among Democrats and constitutional watchdogs.
What do you need to know?
- Donald Trump, in an interview with NBC News, suggested the possibility of running in the 2028 elections, even though the U.S. Constitution prohibits this.
- Official Trump store items featuring the slogan "Trump 2028" have sparked controversy and speculation about his plans.
- Trump supporters are attempting to find legal loopholes that could allow him to circumvent the constitutional ban.
Is Donald Trump really planning a third term?
Donald Trump, the former U.S. president, is once again causing a stir by suggesting the possibility of running for a third term. Although the U.S. Constitution, specifically the 22nd Amendment, clearly prohibits being elected president three times, Trump is not ruling out this possibility. In an interview with NBC News, he stated: "I'm not joking... A lot of people want me to do it."
His official store has introduced merchandise with the slogan "Trump 2028", which further fuels speculation.
What merchandise is available in Trump's store?
Donald Trump's store now offers a red cap with the "Trump 2028" slogan for $50 (€44) and a T-shirt with the same slogan for $36 (€31,7). Both products are labelled with the description: "The future looks bright! Rewrite the rules."
This merchandise, made in the USA, aligns with Trump's narrative of supporting domestic production.
Some Trump supporters claim there are ways to bypass the constitutional ban. One theory suggests that Trump could first become vice president and then take office following the president's resignation. However, experts emphasise that such a plan is not only politically risky but also constitutionally questionable.
Not everyone shares Trump's enthusiasm
The vice president must meet the same requirements as the president, meaning a third term is not possible.
Not everyone in the Republican Party shares Trump's enthusiasm. John Thune, the majority leader in the Senate, suggested that Trump is simply having a good time.
However, both political critics and constitutional lawyers take the situation seriously. This is not the first time Trump’s actions have contradicted political and legal norms, raising concerns about the future of American democracy.
