Donald Trump called one of his prominent supporters to join him on stage during the White House’s annual Hanukkah candle-lighting event on Tuesday.
During his speech at the White House, Donald Trump commended Israeli-American philanthropist and conservative political donor Miriam Adelson, along with her late husband, Sheldon Adelson, for their significant backing.
Miriam Adelson and her late husband, billionaire Sheldon Adelson, were major contributors to Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, providing an astonishing $250 million.
Inviting her on stage during the ceremony, Trump stated: “Miriam Adelson, do you want to come up here Miriam? Come up here Miriam.
“Miriam gave my campaign, indirectly and directly, $250 million, she was number one.
“When somebody can give you $250 million I think we should give her the opportunity to say hello.”
The audience applauded as Miriam approached the podium.
She mentioned having a conversation with Trump’s lawyer, Alan Dershowitz, about the potential legalities of a third presidential term for Trump.
She remarked: “Now, I met Alan Dershowitz and he said the legal thing about four more years, and I said ‘Alan, I agree with you, so we can do it.’
“Think about it.”
She then whispered something to Trump, who shared with the crowd that she suggested he ‘think about it, I’ll give you another $250 million’.
As Miriam exited the stage, Trump spoke fondly of her late husband, who passed away in 2021, reflecting on their bond.
Trump has previously hinted at the possibility of pursuing another presidential term, even though the 22nd Amendment prohibits such an action. He has alluded to possible ‘loopholes’ but has not elaborated on what they might entail.
Recently, Trump clarified his stance on the idea of a third term.
In October, while speaking with reporters on Air Force One, Trump was questioned about whether he would consider running for Vice President as a way to return to the White House.
Trump responded, ‘I’d be allowed to do that’ but acknowledged he ‘wouldn’t do that’.
He added: “Yeah, I would rule that out because it’s too cute. I think the people wouldn’t like that. It’s too cute. It’s not – it wouldn’t be right.”
Despite Trump’s assertions, the 12th Amendment closes the VP loophole by stating that anyone ineligible to be president also cannot serve as vice president.