In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has declared that he will not run for president in 2028 if he loses the upcoming November election. During an interview with US news program ‘Full Measure’, the 78-year-old Republican responded to a question about a potential 2028 bid, stating, “No, I don’t. I think that that will be, that will be it. I don’t see that at all.”
While ruling out a 2028 run in the event of a loss, Trump remains optimistic about his chances in November. He expressed hope for a “successful” outcome at the ballot box on November 5th. This election comes at a time when the Democratic Party has seen a resurgence in support following the withdrawal of President Joe Biden as their candidate in July.
The 2020 presidential election saw Trump lose to Biden, but he refused to accept defeat, igniting widespread controversy. He repeatedly claimed the election was “stolen” and fueled conspiracy theories about voter fraud. This rhetoric culminated in a violent incident on January 6, 2021, when fervent Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol in a misguided attempt to prevent the certification of the election result.
The Republican candidate has consistently refused to commit to unconditionally recognizing the results of the upcoming election, raising concerns about potential unrest should he lose. Trump’s latest statement about his political future has added another layer to the already contentious political landscape in the United States.
