Washington: US President Donald Trump has stated he would "love to run" for another term in office in 2028, whilst conceding that constitutional law poses a major hurdle to any such attempt. Responding to reporters in Washington after supporters repeatedly called for him to seek a third term at recent events, Trump acknowledged that the law governing presidential terms is exceptionally strong. The 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution, ratified in 1951, strictly prohibits anyone from being elected to the presidency more than twice.
As Trump won the presidential elections in 2016 and 2024, altering this limit would require a formal constitutional amendment passed by two-thirds majorities in both houses of Congress or a special convention, followed by ratification across three-quarters of US states. Trump did not outline any strategy to challenge or bypass the restriction, choosing instead to emphasize the strength of the existing legislation.
During the same press exchange, the president addressed recent travel security measures following a trip to Turkey, confirming that he strictly adheres to instructions from the Secret Service and the military. Trump explained that enhanced precautions were necessary due to numerous security threats against him, remarking that consequential world leaders inevitably face heightened risks.
Turning to foreign affairs, he asserted that the US retains complete control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, commended the strength of the US Navy, and reiterated his distrust of the Iranian government.
He opened his comments by pointing to domestic economic stability, citing positive performance in national employment and stock market indices.
(Inputs from IANS)