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Trump Rules Out 2028 Vice-Presidential Workaround, Calls Idea 'Too Cute'

His remark directly rebuffs supporters’ proposed path around the two-term limit.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance reacts as U.S. President Donald Trump (not pictured) announces a deal with Pfizer to sell drugs at lower prices, in the Oval office of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., September 30, 2025. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno
U.S. President Donald Trump disembarks Air Force One at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan, for the second stop on his Asia tour, October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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Overview

  • Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Oct. 27 en route to Japan, President Trump said he would be allowed to serve as vice president but would not do so, calling the tactic "too cute" and saying people would not like it.
  • The statement addresses proposals from some backers for another candidate to win in 2028, name Trump as running mate, then resign to elevate him back to the presidency.
  • Trump has not categorically ruled out seeking another presidential term, keeping the door open as discussion continues about 2028.
  • He highlighted a potential Republican field by naming Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as strong prospects, even suggesting they could form an "unstoppable" ticket.
  • Legal commentators have dismissed the vice-presidential route as lacking credibility, noting the 22nd Amendment’s bar on a third election to the presidency.