Donald Trump in an interview.
Share this @internewscast.com

DONALD Trump has confirmed he will leave the White House at the end of his second term and not run for a historic third stint.

Recently, the 78-year-old Republican has been making light-hearted remarks regarding his aspiration to potentially serve a third or even fourth term as the US president. He’s even started selling “Trump 2028” hats as part of the jest.

Donald Trump in an interview.
Donald Trump told NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker about his political futureCredit: NBC
Donald Trump at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
Trump confirmed he will leave the White House at the end of his second term and not run for a historic third stintCredit: Getty
Large crowd at a Trump rally.
Trump has been a hugely divisive president during his first two terms but he continues to have a very loyal fan base across the USCredit: The Mega Agency

He finally set the record straight on his political future today as he declared he will be an “eight-year president” only.

When questioned by NBC’s Kristen Welker on Meet the Press about the possibility of a third term, Trump responded: “I’ll be an eight-year president, a two-term president. I’ve always believed that was very important.”

Debate over Trump serving a third term has raged on for weeks ever since he made comments about wanting to stay in the White House beyond 2028.

Despite these comments, a president serving more than two terms is banned under the 22nd Amendment in the US Constitution.

This means it can’t ever happen – unless the constitution was ever to be changed.

The two-term maximum ruling was brought in in 1951 after President Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected four times in a row.

Some believe if any leader was to impose such a radical change then it may be Trump.

He has previously said he was “not joking” about wanting to serve a third term to reporters.

Even telling NBC he believes there are “methods which you could do it” when asked about staying on as Washington’s leader.

And just last week, Trump’s real estate company, the Trump Organization, dropped a new version of Trump’s classic “Make America Great Again” hat.

Trump first 100 days 2025

This time, the red hat simply says, “Trump 2028,” which is the next presidential election year.

Trump has admitted if he tried to run for a third term then it would be “a big shattering”.

But he did also note at the end of April that it would be a “very hard to do”.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has also called out reporters for constantly asking about the third term.

During the NBC interview, which is set to air in its entirety on Sunday, Trump expressed that the remaining three-and-a-half years in office provide sufficient time to achieve “something spectacular.”

He also listed several of his Republicans pals who could take his place, including Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

The president has already served four years as America’s leader after being voted in for the first time back in 2016 after he beat Hillary Clinton to the Oval Office.

But he lasted just a single term before long-standing foe Joe Biden ousted him from the presidency in 2020.

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton shaking hands at a presidential debate.
Trump won the 2016 election against Hillary Clinton to begin his first termCredit: Getty
President Trump giving a commencement address.
Trump has made reference to trying to be reelected several times since starting his second term in JanuaryCredit: AP
Man wearing a "Trump 2028" hat sitting in a chair.
Trump’s company has started selling ‘Trump 2028’ hats modeled in this photo by his second-eldest son, Eric TrumpCredit: TrumpStore

Trump always remained confident he would return to the White House one day as he ran again in 2024.

He was set to do battle with Biden again but the Democrat dropped out of the race at the last moment and was replaced by VP Kamala Harris.

Trump went on to defeat Harris with ease as he took a clean sweep of swing states and strutted back into office this January.

When Trump officially leaves office for the second time he will be the oldest ever US president at the age of 82.

And with his 79th birthday now on the horizon, plans have already revealed what the leader has planned to celebrate.

A massive military parade is in the works – with some 7,000 troops marching and 50 helicopters flying over Washington DC.

The president reportedly plans to splash a whopping $100 million on the full-blown military spectacle.

A source in Washington DC has revealed Trump is planning the parade to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army on June 14 – which also happens to be his birthday.

What is the 22nd Amendment?

THE 22nd Amendment makes up part of the United States Constitution.

The ruling places a limit on the number of terms a political candidate can serve as the president.

It was first made part of the Constitution on February, 27, 1951 and stated no individual can be elected to the office of President more than twice.

This amendment was introduced following Franklin D. Roosevelt’s unprecedented four terms as president.

His reign is said to have been widely flagged by raising concerns about the concentration of power and increased the desire to formalise term limits.

Roosevelt broke the tradition set by George Washington who voluntarily stepped down after two terms.

Both Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama have expressed some regret over only serving eight years.

President Trump speaking at a cabinet meeting with Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio.
He also listed several of his Republicans pals who could take his placeCredit: Reuters
Illustration of a map of Washington, D.C. showing the route of a military parade, including the number of troops, vehicles, and helicopters involved.
Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Newark mayor arrested amid protests against immigration center

Newark’s Mayor Detained During Immigration Center Protests

The mayor has been protesting its opening throughout this week, saying the…
Screengrab of Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American hostage, pleading for his release.

Hamas to Free Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander Amid Ceasefire Negotiations

TERRORIST group Hamas has announced it will release the last living American…
Grieving moms dig with ‘bare hands’ to unearth the dark truth behind their missing and murdered children

Heartbroken Mothers Unearth the Truth Behind the Disappearance and Death of Their Children

In the scorching summer sun, Cheryl Holsonbake found herself making a two-hour…
Woman arrested for driving into festival crowd hours after explosion rocked same event

Woman Detained After Driving into Festival Crowd Following Earlier Explosion at Event

An annual Maryland festival, known for drawing thousands of visitors each year,…
Pope Leo XIV gives his first Sunday blessing since becoming pontiff

Pope Leo XIV Delivers His Inaugural Sunday Blessing as Pontiff

It was Leo’s first return to the balcony since his initial appearance…
Traffic jam on a German highway.

Tourist-Filled Airport Bus Crashes into Stationary Traffic in Germany, Injuring 21 and Leaving One in Critical Condition

A bus filled with tourists collided with a traffic jam in Germany,…
Jalen Brunson's early-game struggles another issue for Knicks

Jalen Brunson’s Initial Game Challenges Add to Knicks’ Concerns

Jalen Brunson has found his shot in the fourth quarter of each…
Malcolm's Memories: That Time I Wore $15K in Cash Into a War Zone

Malcolm’s Story: When I Carried $15,000 in Cash Into a Conflict Zone

I probably should have thought twice, felt concern or apprehension. Maybe even…

U.S. Listeria Outbreak Connected to Prepared Foods Affects at Least 10 People

SAN FERNANDO, Calif. (AP) — At least 10 individuals in the United…
Newark airport's flight capacity to be reduced, Sean Duffy says

Sean Duffy Announces Cuts to Newark Airport’s Flight Capacity

New Jersey’s biggest airport is facing challenges with radar malfunctions leading to…
‘Thunderbolts’ leads box office with $33.1M in second weekend

“‘Thunderbolts’ Dominates Box Office with Impressive $33.1M in Second Weekend”

It was a relatively quiet weekend, but the year-to-date box office is…
Man found dead in kangaroo, wallaby enclosure reportedly had 'history' of playing rough with animal

Man Discovered Deceased in Kangaroo and Wallaby Enclosure Had History of Aggressive Interaction with Animals

A man was discovered deceased with several blunt force trauma injuries inside…