US: Could Trump run for a third term in 2028? DW 04/02/2025
Briefly

Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of remaining in office beyond the two-term limit outlined in the US Constitution's 22nd Amendment. Recent remarks suggest he is contemplating a third term, indicating he has discussions around the idea. The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951, restricts presidents to two elected terms, a rule established after Franklin D. Roosevelt’s unprecedented four-term presidency. Trump's speculation about potential loopholes reflects a desire to explore methods to bypass this constitutional restriction, reigniting historical debates about presidential term limits.
Trump hinted at the possibility of running for a third term, suggesting there may be a ‘way’ to circumvent the 22nd Amendment limiting presidents to two terms.
The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951, prevents any individual from being elected to the presidency more than twice, maintaining a tradition set by George Washington.
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