Overview

• Donald Trump told NBC News he is serious about seeking a third presidential term, explicitly stating he is 'not joking' about the possibility.
• Trump suggested potential methods to bypass the 22nd Amendment, including Vice President JD Vance running in 2028 and stepping aside for Trump to assume the presidency.
• Legal scholars and constitutional experts have dismissed these proposals as violations of the 22nd and 12th Amendments, which limit presidential terms and vice-presidential eligibility.
• Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Dan Goldman, have introduced resolutions to reaffirm the two-term limit and counter any attempts to circumvent it.
• Public and political reactions have intensified, with critics labeling Trump's rhetoric as authoritarian and a threat to democratic norms, while some allies continue to explore legal loopholes.