Overview

• Donald Trump explicitly stated in an NBC interview that he is not joking about pursuing a third term, marking a shift from earlier comments framed as humorous or hypothetical.
• He argued that 'many people' want him to run again and hinted at unspecified 'methods' to circumvent the constitutional two-term limit established by the 22nd Amendment.
• Republican Congressman Andy Ogles introduced a proposal to extend the presidential term limit to three terms, though it is widely regarded as unlikely to succeed.
• During the same interview, Trump expressed frustration with Vladimir Putin over Ukraine ceasefire negotiations and threatened Russia with potential oil trade tariffs.
• Trump also reiterated threats against Iran, warning of military action if no agreement is reached, further escalating geopolitical tensions.