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Trump Signals Serious Intent to Explore Third Presidential Term

Despite constitutional barriers, Trump discusses potential strategies, including a vice-presidential succession plan, while critics warn of democratic erosion.

U.S. President Donald Trump waves as he walks before departing for Florida from the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 28, 2025. REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein/File Photo

Overview

  • Donald Trump confirmed in an NBC interview that he is 'not joking' about seeking a third term, citing potential methods for doing so.
  • One floated strategy involves Vice President JD Vance running in 2028 and resigning after inauguration, allowing Trump to assume the presidency.
  • Legal experts emphasize that the 22nd and 12th Amendments present significant obstacles, making such plans constitutionally dubious.
  • Amending the Constitution to allow a third term would require a two-thirds majority in Congress and ratification by three-quarters of states, a highly unlikely scenario.
  • Critics argue that Trump's comments risk undermining democratic norms, while some allies, like Steve Bannon, continue to advocate for exploring legal loopholes.