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Trump's Third Term: Possible or Impossible?
Analysis of Donald Trump's potential pursuit of a third presidential term, considering constitutional limitations and practical obstacles.
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- What has Trump said?
- Trump has made comments suggesting he might seek a third term, but also stated he would not. His comments have been interpreted differently, with some seeing them as attempts to encourage voter turnout.
- Why Trump is unlikely to try it
- It is highly unlikely Trump would pursue a third term. Amending the Constitution to allow it would be extremely difficult, requiring supermajorities in Congress and ratification by three-quarters of the states.
- Could Trump do it if he wanted to?
- While some legal scholars suggest potential loopholes, they are generally considered impractical. The 22nd Amendment's requirements for presidential eligibility would likely prevent someone who has served two terms from serving a third.
- Has a third term been done before?
- Franklin D. Roosevelt served four terms as US president before the 22nd Amendment limited presidents to two terms. No other president has served more than two terms.
- What are the arguments against a third term for Trump?
- Experts believe Trump is unlikely to pursue a third term due to his age, previous statements, and the practical impossibilities of changing the Constitution to allow it.