Trump Says JD Vance 'Probably Favored' to Take Over MAGA

President Donald Trump was asked if Vice President JD Vance is the heir apparent to his MAGA empire in a news conference on Tuesday and responded, "most likely," while noting Vance's position.

Why It Matters

Trump, addressing ongoing speculation about his political legacy and the possibility of attempting a third term, reiterated during a CNBC interview that he would "probably not" run again, saying, "I'd like to run. I have the best poll numbers I've ever had," adding that legal constraints made a third-term run highly unlikely.

The Constitution's 22nd Amendment does not allow anyone to be elected to the presidency more than twice, even if the terms served in the Oval Office are nonconsecutive.

What To Know

While answering questions from reporters during a news conference about the 2028 Olympics, Trump was directly asked if Vance is the successor to MAGA.

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