Politics
Trump says he believes he has the right to run for a third term
October 23, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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3 reports · over 3 hours
Trump suggested he could seek a third presidential term at an Iowa rally, citing his claim that the 2020 election was stolen while acknowledging constitutional limits.
- Trump said he believes he has the right to run again because "they cheated," repeating his claim that the 2020 election was stolen.
- Trump spoke at a campaign rally in Iowa ahead of the midterm congressional elections.
- Trump acknowledged the 22nd Amendment bars a third term, saying the text is "completely concise" and leaves little room for maneuvering.
- Trump was elected president in 2016 and 2024, making another run conflict with the amendment's two-term limit.


