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Trump would «love to do» a 3rd term
A few days after Steve Bannon, a close ally of Donald Trump, claimed that several scenarios were being discussed to secure a third presidential term for Trump despite the 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution, which limits presidents to two terms, the president, asked about it aboard Air Force One, said he would «love to do» a third term.
He’s going to get a third term. Trump is going to be president in ’28 and people just ought to get accommodated with that.»
There is a plan
In a video interview with The Economist, Steve Bannon, a close ally and former chief strategist to Donald Trump, declared: «He’s going to get a third term. Trump is going to be president in ’28 and people just ought to get accommodated with that.»
Bannon added: «There’s many different alternatives. At the appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is, but there is a plan.» Reactions to his comments ranged from alarm among constitutional scholars, who noted that the 22nd Amendment bars any person from being elected president more than twice, to concern from civic groups and watchdogs who warned that such rhetoric could signal an attempt to undermine democratic norms.
«I’d be allowed to do that. But I wouldn’t do that. I think it’s too cute.»
The possibility of a third term
Discussing the possibility of a third term with reporters, Trump, rather than closing the door on the prospect, appeared to welcome it, saying: «I would love to do it. I have my best numbers ever», a claim that contrasts with recent national data showing his popularity remains deeply divided.
While Trump’s highest approval ratings tend to come from registered Republicans and conservatives, his support drops sharply among the general public, with about 44% of U.S. adults approving of his presidency and roughly 52% disapproving.
On immigration, his numbers are particularly weak, with only around 46% of Americans approving of his handling of the issue and just over 50% disapproving, reflecting widespread frustration over deportations.
«I have my best numbers ever»
-Donald Trump
Trump successors? Bannon signals none can replace him
As Trump continues to tease and provoke speculation with social media posts and «Trump 2028» hats handed out at the White House, he also appeared to hint at shaping the party’s future leadership, praising JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a «great team» who could run for office.
«I think if they ever formed a group, it’d be unstoppable,» he said. «I really do. I believe that.»
Steve Bannon, meanwhile, has expressed little confidence in Trump’s potential replacements, implying that he views Trump himself as indispensable to finishing the political project he set in motion.
Kamala Harris, the former vice president and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate, has signaled that she is considering a political comeback, hinting at a possible 2028 presidential run.
«I Am Not Done.»
-Kamala Harris
After months of speculation about her future in politics, Harris suggested that her ambitions are far from over, telling supporters she remains committed to advancing the issues that defined her previous campaign, from protecting voting rights to defending reproductive freedom, while leaving the door open for a return to the national stage.
«I have lived my entire career as a life of service and it’s in my bones.»
A life of service
In the summer of 2025, the former vice president announced that she would not run for governor of California in 2026, even though she was widely considered the frontrunner to replace Gavin Newsom, who cannot seek re-election due to the state’s two-term limit.
«He said he would weaponize the Department of Justice and he has done exactly that. His skin is so thin he couldn’t endure criticism from a joke, and attempted to shut down an entire media organization in the process.»
The decision was widely seen as a strategic move to keep the door open for another presidential bid in 2028, an opportunity for Harris to rewrite her political fate after what was seen as a humiliating defeat in 2024.
Asked in an interview with the BBC whether she could one day be the first woman to lead the White House, Kamala Harris, who said she has not yet made a decision about running again in 2028, replied: «possibly,» hinting at another potential presidential bid, adding that «I have lived my entire career as a life of service and it’s in my bones,» and declaring with determination: «I am not done.»
Calling President Donald Trump a «tyrant», Kamala Harris accused him of having «weaponized» federal agencies and said:
«He said he would weaponize the Department of Justice and he has done exactly that. His skin is so thin he couldn’t endure criticism from a joke, and attempted to shut down an entire media organization in the process.»
Newsom leads, Harris trails
Hariss expressed confidence that there will one day be a woman in the White House, saying she would «possibly» be the one. Harris dismissed polls that place her as an behind Gavin Newsom in recent polls. Newsom leading the early 2028 Democratic field with around 23% to 25% support, ahead of Kamala Harris, who trails between 11% and 19%, as other potential contenders remain in single digits.
In her first UK interview, former Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris was in London on October 23, for the UK stop of her international book tour promoting 107 Days, her memoir recounting her 2024 campaign.
The interview with the BBC took place during that visit, as Harris continued her tour running from September 24 in New York to November 20 in Miami.
Donald Trump has announced an additional 10% tariff on goods imported from Canada, raising the stakes in his already heated trade war after Ontario aired an anti-tariff advertisement featuring Ronald Reagan.
«Because of their serious misrepresentation of the facts, and hostile act, I am increasing the tariff on Canada by 10% over and above what they are paying now.»
Calling the ad a «fraud», the president accused Canadian officials of knowingly backing it and lashed out at them for not removing it ahead of the World Series baseball championship.
Speaking aboard Air Force One, Donald Trump declared: «Because of their serious misrepresentation of the facts, and hostile act, I am increasing the tariff on Canada by 10% over and above what they are paying now,» according to Reuters.
Ronald Reagan’s 1988 speech
Last week, Donald Trump abruptly ended all trade talks with Canada after accusing Ontario’s government of funding a «fake» U.S. advertisement that featured Ronald Reagan’s real voice and words taken from an authentic 1988 speech criticizing protectionism.
The ad, which aired online and during several U.S. broadcasts, repurposed Reagan’s original remarks warning against tariffs and trade isolation to highlight the economic risks of Trump’s current policies. Enraged by what he called a «fraudulent» attempt to manipulate public opinion, Trump claimed the ad was a $75 million effort to influence ongoing court cases over his controversial «Liberation Day» tariffs.
Declaring «CANADA CHEATED AND GOT CAUGHT!!!», he announced that all trade negotiations with Canada were «hereby terminated», defending tariffs as vital to U.S. national security and economic strength.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded by acknowledging the end of trade talks, saying Ottawa would instead focus on developing new partnerships, particularly with major Asian economies.
The only G7 country
Earlier this year, the Trump administration had already raised tariffs on most Canadian imports to 35%, one of the highest rates applied by the U.S. to any trading partner. Canada is also the only G7 country that has yet to reach a trade deal with the United States since Trump began seeking to levy steep tariffs on goods from major trading partners.
Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that he had no plans to meet the Prime Minister of Canada during his trip to Malaysia, even though both leaders were headed to a major international summit.
For his part, the Prime Minister said, according to Reuters, that he is ready to sit down for trade talks with Donald Trump as soon as the U.S. president is prepared to do so, but emphasized that while he remains open to further negotiations, he will reject any trade deal that is not in the best interest of Canadians.
