Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon has stirred up conversations by claiming Donald Trump might return to the Oval Office in 2028, a notion many find controversial and unconstitutional.
In a recent chat with The Economist, on October 23, Steve Bannon, who played a significant role in Trump’s first term, shared some bold predictions. Despite the fact that the U.S. Constitution forbids any individual from serving more than two terms as president, Bannon remains a devoted supporter and firmly believes in a plan that could see Trump back in power after his second term.
During his interview, Bannon mentioned, “There are many different alternatives. At the appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is, but there’s a plan. He’s gonna get a third term. Trump is gonna be president in ’28, and people just need to get used to that.” These words certainly caught everyone’s attention.
According to Bannon, Trump’s potential run in 2028 could be less challenging compared to his previous campaigns in 2016 and 2024. He confidently stated that it “won’t matter” who the Democratic Party puts forward as their candidate.
What stands out the most is Bannon’s description of Trump as a “vehicle of divine providence.”
He added, “He’s not perfect. He doesn’t fit the usual mold of a religious figure, but he’s an instrument of divine will. You can see it through his achievements. We need him for at least one more term, and he’ll get that in ’28. We faced tougher challenges in ’16 and ’24 than we expect in ’28. We have unfinished business to complete.”
These statements by Bannon have come at a time when there is escalating concern that Trump might seek to extend his influence beyond what’s constitutionally allowed.
Recently, tens of thousands joined the “No Kings” protests in about 2,500 cities across the U.S. These demonstrations were aimed at voicing worries over a potential authoritarian move.
Trump seemed to dismiss these protests, posting playful videos on social media where he wore a crown. Responding to the uproar, he appeared on Fox News and directly addressed the issue, stating, “A king! This is not an act. You know—they’re referring to me as a king. I’m not a king.”
