President Donald Trump stirred controversy by teasing a potential 2028 presidential run, despite the 22nd Amendment limiting presidents to two terms. He joked about receiving discouragement from others regarding his eligibility and referenced a whimsical desire to meet Democrats. Some Republicans are exploring attempts to amend term limits, while discussions from Politico highlight at least four theoretical strategies Trump could pursue to extend his influence beyond 2028, including amending the Constitution or seeking a vice-presidential role, although a legal loophole exists that negates one path he considers.
Trump has been floating the idea of blowing off term limits for years, and one Republican has already introduced an amendment to allow it.
There are at least four paths he could try: He could generate a movement to repeal the 22nd Amendment directly.
During the latter speech, Trump opened with a crack about actually meeting some very nice Democrats and about running again.
It's not that far. You know, it's like about two minutes down the road. In fact, it was easier to do this than put up a Skype deal.
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