Trump Makes Bold 2024 Prediction, Drops 2028 Bombshell

Donald Trump has definitively ruled out a 2028 presidential bid if defeated by Kamala Harris in the upcoming election.

At a Glance

Former President Donald Trump does not expect to run for election again in 2028 if he is defeated in the upcoming US presidential poll.
Trump, 78, has been the Republican candidate for three consecutive national elections.
US law prohibits presidents from serving more than two terms, so Trump would not run in 2028 if he wins this election.
Trump expressed hope for a successful outcome in the current election.

Trump’s Definitive Statement

Former President Donald Trump has declared unequivocally that he will not pursue the presidency in 2028 if he loses to Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. During his interview on “Full Measure,” Trump, aged 78, responded to host Sharyl Attkisson’s question about a possible future bid, “No, I don’t. I think that that will be, that will be it. I don’t see that at all.” Trump’s decision was aired to 43 million households, making the announcement particularly impactful.

This confirmation comes after a nearly decade-long period in which Trump has been a dominant figure in the Republican Party, reshaping it significantly over three national elections. Now in his late seventies, Trump’s age and previous service as president make a potential future campaign increasingly improbable. Current US law prohibits presidents from serving more than two terms, so Trump would not run again in 2028 if he wins this election.

Trump rules out running again in 2028 if defeated in November’s US presidential electionhttps://t.co/3gsQ9UpKCv

— South China Morning Post (@SCMPNews) September 22, 2024

Polling and Campaign Dynamics

Trump’s declaration comes amid a tightly contested election. National polling averages indicate Harris leading Trump, with a CBS poll showing a 52% to 48% advantage for her. In key battleground states, Harris holds a narrower lead of 51% to 49%. An NBC News poll conducted from September 13 to 17, with a margin of error of ±3.1 percentage points, shows Harris with a five percentage point lead over Trump nationwide.

However, Trump remains hopeful for a successful outcome this November. “Hopefully, we’re going to be very successful,” Trump said during the same interview. Historically, Trump has rarely acknowledged the possibility of losing, often rallying supporters with promises of victory. Yet, he has now mentioned the possibility of defeat twice in four days, which some see as a sign of a more realistic approach to the forthcoming election outcomes.

BREAKING – Trump rules out running again in 2028 if defeated in November US election https://t.co/8NG0C0cIN2

— Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) September 22, 2024

Economic and Social Issues

Despite his repeated refusal to commit to unconditionally recognizing the result of the upcoming 2024 election, Trump holds a clear advantage with voters on issues like the economy, cost of living, and immigration. Inflation and the cost of living are significant concerns for voters, with 66 percent saying their income cannot keep up with rising costs. Furthermore, 65 percent of voters believe the nation is on the wrong track.

Trump also pointed fingers at Jewish voters, suggesting they would share the responsibility if he loses. His comments were condemned by the Harris campaign, the American Jewish Committee, and the Anti-Defamation League. However, his assertion underscores the urgent redress he seeks from his supporters.