Former President Donald Trump has indicated that he does not plan to run for the presidency again in 2028 if he loses in the upcoming November election.
At 78, Trump has been the Republican nominee for three consecutive national elections and has significantly influenced the party over the past eight years.
In an interview with Sinclair Media Group, when asked about the possibility of another candidacy if he were to be defeated by Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump responded, “No, I don’t. I think… that will be it. I don’t see that at all.”
He expressed optimism about his current campaign, stating, “Hopefully, we’re going to be very successful.”
U.S. law prohibits presidents from serving more than two terms, so Trump would not be able to run in 2028 if he wins this election either.
Historically, Trump has rarely acknowledged the potential for defeat, often rallying his supporters with messages of confidence on social media and at rallies.
However, this marks the second time in just four days that he has mentioned the possibility of losing.
During a recent event hosted by the Israeli-American Council, Trump suggested that a potential loss would partly be the responsibility of Jewish voters, raising controversy and prompting condemnation from both the Harris campaign and organizations like the American Jewish Committee and Anti-Defamation League.
Trump’s remarks may reflect shifting dynamics in the Democratic Party since Harris emerged as its nominee following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race.
Harris’s campaign has raised over $190 million in August, outpacing Trump’s $130 million. National polls indicate Harris is currently leading Trump, with a CBS poll showing her at 52% compared to Trump’s 48%.
In key battleground states, Harris holds a narrow lead of 51% to 49%, improving from a tied 50% in a previous CBS poll.
An NBC poll also showed Harris with a five-point lead nationwide and an increase in her favorability ratings.
Despite these trends, Trump retains a clear advantage among voters on significant issues like the economy and immigration.
The BBC has reached out to the Trump campaign for comments on these polling results.
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