Trump Hints at 2028 Run, Sparks ‘Trumplican’ Celebration and GOP Shakeup
Donald Trump has ignited the 2028 presidential race by declaring his intention to run in a post titled ‘TRUMPLICANS’ on Truth Social, despite constitutional barriers to a third term.
Key Takeaways
- Trump announced a 2028 presidential run via a Truth Social post featuring an AI-generated image.
- Constitutional limits likely bar him from a third term, shifting focus to a potential Trump dynasty.
- Donald Trump Jr. has significantly closed the gap on front-runner J.D. Vance in recent GOP primary polls.
- Internal GOP dynamics are shifting, with figures like Marco Rubio reportedly aligning with Vance.
The ‘Trumplicans’ Announcement
On November 28, 2025, Donald Trump announced his plan to run for the U.S. presidency in 2028 via a post on Truth Social, rekindling hopes for “Trumplicans!” The post featured an AI-generated picture of Trump holding a board that reads “TRUMP 2028, YES!”
Reactions were mixed, with some supporters celebrating the bid while others expressed skepticism, with one commenter saying “people will not be fooled again.”
GOP Dynamics and the Trump Dynasty
Internal GOP dynamics shifted with Trump’s announcement. A recent poll by The Independent shows Donald Trump Jr., long regarded as a prominent MAGA-era personality, has dramatically narrowed the lead over front-runner J.D. Vance. Trump Jr. is now only 10 points behind Vance, down from a 20-point margin earlier this summer.
This change has sparked speculation that the Trump political dynasty may attempt to hold onto power, potentially through Trump Jr. or another family member, even if a third Trump term is not constitutionally feasible.
Constitutional Hurdles and the 2028 Race
The 22nd Amendment to the United States Constitution prohibits an individual from being elected president more than twice. Having won in 2016 and 2024, Trump would be ineligible to run for a third term in 2028.
Consequently, the 2028 Republican race is beginning to resemble a generational handoff. With Trump Jr. now seen as the second-most popular potential GOP candidate, senior Republicans are realigning behind alternatives. United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is reportedly backing Vance, with some insiders floating a possible Vance–Rubio ticket.
The post and recent poll results indicate the “MAGA brand” may still hold significant sway within the party.
