Trump Merchandise Outlets Offering 2028 Merchandise, Sparking Discussion on Potential Third Term for Donald Trump
Posted on: April 25, 2025, 01:05h.Last updated on: April 25, 2025, 02:26h.
Asia Pacific Gaming, Commercial Gaming, Legislation, Politics by Devin O'Connor @CasinoorgDevinO
With the 22nd Amendment blocking President Donald Trump from seeking a third elected term, many find it peculiar that The Trump Store is selling Trump 2028 merch. Some speculate that this move could be a clever ploy, or perhaps a sign of something more substantial on the horizon.
Trump 2028 Merchandise
The Trump Store, the official retail arm of The Trump Organization, has debuted a line of red-colored products embellished with "Trump 2028." The line comprises a hat, T-shirt, and koozies, each one screaming "Trump 2028." The hat retails for $50, the T-shirt for $36, and a pair of koozies for $18.
One intriguing detail on the T-shirt reads, "Rewrite the rules," a phrase that has left many curious about the possibility of Trump orchestrating a scheme to bypass the 22nd Amendment.
Betting Odds
Prediction market exchange Kalshi, regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), suggests that bettors give Trump a 14% chance of being allowed to run for the presidency again via a 22nd Amendment modification or the Supreme Court reinterpreting the 22nd Amendment to permit an individual to be elected more than twice.
Vice President JD Vance is the betting front-runner to be the GOP's presidential nominee at 43%, while former congresswoman and current National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard is second at 11%, and Trump takes the third spot at 10%.
The Political Landscape
In January 2025, Rep. Andrew Ogles (R-Tenn.) filed House Joint Resolution 29, proposing a constitutional amendment to allow presidents to be elected to the office for up to three times. Although the proposal has gained some traction, no official constitutional amendment has been passed or formally advanced through Congress. The 22nd Amendment, as of now, remains the constitutional barrier preventing Trump from a third term under current law.
A Troll or a Subtle Hint?
While a third term may seem like a far-fetched idea, the release of the Trump 2028 merchandise has sparked debate about Trump's intentions. Some argue that the merchandise is merely a form of trolling, while others suggest that it could be a sign of more significant political maneuvering in the works.
Meanwhile, Trump's son Eric took to X to dismiss the idea of another presidential run, stating that President Trump will not run again. However, some speculate that the future Trump 2028 merchandise could promote a possible presidential run from one of Trump's children, notably Donald Trump Jr., with Kalshi bettors assigning him a 6% chance of being the GOP's presidential nominee.
As of now, the 22nd Amendment remains the law, and a constitutional amendment for a third term has yet to be advanced through Congress. The debate and speculation about a potential Trump 2028 bid will likely continue until there is definitive action on the part of Congress or the Trump administration.
[1] The Hill: "Supporters eye constitutional amendment to allow Trump third term"[2] The Washington Post: "Andy Ogles, Tennessee Republican, to introduce amendment that would allow Trump to run for third term"[3] Axios: "Trump floats prospect of third term"
- Some consider The Trump Store's merchandise displaying "Trump 2028" as a possible hint or ploy towards a third presidential term for Donald Trump.
- The Trump Store's product line, which includes a hat, T-shirt, and koozies, with the phrase "Trump 2028," has drawn curiosity due to the potential implications of the 22nd Amendment being bypassed.
- As of the prediction market exchange Kalshi, regulated by the CFTC, Donald Trump has a 14% chance of being able to run for the presidency again through a potential 22nd Amendment modification or Supreme Court reinterpretation.
- JD Vance and Tulsi Gabbard presently hold the top two spots in betting odds for the GOP's presidential nominee, with Vance at 43% and Gabbard at 11%, while Trump trails closely at 10%.
- Rep. Andrew Ogles (R-Tenn.) has introduced House Joint Resolution 29, proposing a constitutional amendment to allow presidents to be elected for up to three terms, but the legislation has yet to be passed or formally advanced through Congress.
- While Donald Trump's son Eric has stated that President Trump will not run again, some speculate that the future Trump 2028 merchandise could suggest a potential presidential run from Donald Trump Jr., as indicated by Kalshi bettors assigning him a 6% chance of being the GOP's presidential nominee.
