President Donald Trump said he is open to remaining chairman of his Board of Peace beyond his second term, even potentially “for life,” saying the decision would ultimately be his to make, APA reports citing CNN.
“I have the right to be, if I want,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One while flying back to Washington from Switzerland. “I mean, I’ll decide,” he added, saying that he will see what happens.
Trump also indicated that others are encouraging him to stay on in the role, before adding, “But I’m not sure I want that.”
According to the Board of Peace charter, the chairman may only be replaced “following voluntary resignation or as a result of incapacity,” and the document specifically names Trump as the inaugural chairman, language that appears to entrench his role unless he chooses to step aside.
Trump was also asked about the possibility of Russian President Vladimir Putin using frozen Russian assets to finance his entry into the Board of Peace.
“He’s going to join the Board of Peace, and he’s going to make a contribution of a billion dollars, and by using his money – I mean, if he’s using his money — that’s great,” Trump said.
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