Donald Trump has once again hinted at the possibility of running for a third presidential term, despite the U.S. Constitution’s 22nd Amendment prohibiting a president from serving more than two terms. Speaking at a Black History Month event at the White House, Trump told the crowd, “I won’t be happy the next time. Should I run again? You tell me,” prompting chants of “four more years.”
This marks at least the fourth time in a month that Trump has alluded to extending his presidency. While the 22nd Amendment clearly states that no person can be elected to the presidency more than twice, some lawmakers, such as U.S. Representative Andy Ogles, have proposed modifying the language to allow Trump to serve a third term. Ogles’ suggested revision would permit a president to run for a third term but not for a fourth consecutive one, effectively limiting the change to Trump while barring former two-term presidents like Barack Obama from returning to office.
Despite these suggestions, amending the Constitution is a lengthy and challenging process, requiring approval from two-thirds of Congress and ratification by three-fourths of the states. Legal experts believe any attempt to overturn term limits would face significant political and constitutional hurdles.
Trump’s remarks have reignited debates over presidential term limits, with his supporters embracing the idea of continued leadership, while critics argue that such discussions challenge long-standing democratic norms. Whether a serious effort to alter the 22nd Amendment gains traction remains to be seen.
