One presidential term lasts for 4 years. A president may serve only 2 terms (consecutive or otherwise) meaning a president may only hold the office for eight years total. The only exception to this rule has been Franklin D. Roosevelt who was president for four terms from 1933 until 1945.
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President of the United States.
The President of the United States holds the highest office in the US government
Executive
George Washington was the President of the United States in 1791. He was the first President of the United States and he took office on 1789 April 30, serving two terms and leaving office on 1797 March 4.
The Vice President of the United States shares the President's term of office. The President is elected along with the Vice President to serve 4 years.