Trump Escalates Talk of Third Term, Citing 'Methods' to Bypass Constitutional Limits

Donald Trump reiterates interest in a third presidential term, claiming seriousness and public support, as legal and political challenges persist.

Donald Trump has intensified public discussion about a third term, stating in an NBC interview that he is 'not joking' and suggesting unspecified 'methods' to pursue it.
The 22nd Amendment explicitly prohibits anyone from being elected president more than twice, creating significant constitutional barriers to Trump's ambitions.
Republican lawmakers remain divided, with some dismissing Trump's comments as jokes while others express conditional openness to amending the Constitution.
Legal experts have noted theoretical loopholes, such as Trump serving as vice president and ascending to the presidency, though these approaches face legal and procedural challenges.
Public opinion is largely opposed to a third term, with 69% of Americans against the idea, raising concerns about its implications for democratic norms.