Trump Rules Out VP Gambit But Would ‘Love To’ Run for Third Term

President Donald Trump ruled out the idea of running as a vice presidential candidate in the 2028 election, as some of his supporters urge him to find ways to circumvent the Constitution’s prohibition on a president being elected to three terms.

“It’s too cute,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Monday, saying he would not pursue the idea.

Donald Trump aboard Air Force One on Oct. 27.

Photographer: Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

Some backers of the president have floated the idea of a different candidate running for the top job and naming Trump as their running mate, with the understanding that they would immediately resign the presidency and elevate him back ...