Trump Announces Fourth Presidential Bid, Cites Ease of Winning

Donald Trump announced his intention to run for president again, stating it would be "easy" to win the race. The U.S. President made the remarks at the White House Correspondents Association dinner in Washington, D.C. Trump, who previously suggested he might not seek a fourth term, reversed course, saying, "I intend to run for president of the United States a fourth time. I will be making a formal step. In fact, I think I've already done it; I've won three times, now I'll do it again."

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I intend to run for president of the United States a fourth time. I will be making a formal step. In fact, I think I've already done it; I've won three times, now I'll do it again.

Trump presented his announcement as a "special news item" for the journalists in attendance, aiming to boost their ratings. He donned his signature red "TRUMP 2028" hat, prompting a moment of silence from the audience. This declaration follows earlier conflicting statements from Trump regarding his future candidacy. He had previously indicated in May 2025 that he would hand over the presidential duties after eight years, and in April 2025, he expressed a desire to face former U.S. President Barack Obama if allowed a third term.

The U.S. Constitution's 22nd Amendment limits presidents to two terms. However, the article notes the possibility of amending this rule with a two-thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, or by two-thirds of state legislatures.

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I am pleased to make an announcement to show how much I value the press and to save your ratings.

The WHCA gala dinner on April 25 was abruptly ended due to gunshots heard near a security checkpoint, leading to Trump's evacuation by Secret Service agents. Authorities later arrested Cole Tomas Allen, 31, who allegedly planned to target several administration officials. Allen was charged with attempting to assassinate the U.S. President.

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I am very good at running this job.