Donald Trump gives major update on if he'll run for president again
Speaking to CNBC today, Trump said: 'No, probably not, probably not. I'd like to … I have the best poll numbers I've ever had.'
The President has previously joked about running for the presidency a third time. Fervent support from his followers has made some wonder if he's considering it seriously, however.
In November, he told House Republicans: 'I suspect I won't be running again unless you say 'He's so good, we have to figure it out,'' he said, prompting laughter from some supporters.
Trump told lawmakers he had run his last campaign unless they 'do something'.
American presidents are limited to two terms as enshrined in the 22nd Amendment to the US Constitution.
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