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Trump's Third Term Ambitions Face Constitutional Hurdles, Says Attorney General

Pam Bondi acknowledges significant barriers to Trump seeking a third term, while speculation on legal loopholes continues.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks during a press conference about MS-13 gang activity at the Broward County Sheriff's Office Research, Development and Training Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, April 4, 2025.
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Overview

  • Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that pursuing a third presidential term for Donald Trump would be a 'heavy lift' due to constitutional restrictions.
  • The 22nd Amendment explicitly prohibits any individual from being elected president more than twice, presenting a major legal obstacle.
  • Trump has reiterated his interest in exploring 'methods' to achieve a third term, though he has not elaborated on what these methods entail.
  • Speculation includes unconventional approaches, such as Trump running as a vice-presidential candidate, but legal analysts argue these would likely face constitutional challenges, including the 12th Amendment.
  • Efforts to amend the Constitution, like Rep. Andy Ogles' resolution, are viewed as politically unfeasible in the current polarized political climate.