Donald Trump Suggests a Constitution-Breaking Third Presidential Term
Exploring the feasibility and challenges of amending the 22nd Amendment
In Washington D.C., Donald Trump, re-elected for a second term as President of the United States, hinted at the possibility of running for a third term.
While addressing House Republicans, Trump suggested he could consider a third term bid if his supporters demanded it.
The 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution prevents any person from being elected to the presidency more than twice.
Overturning this amendment would present a formidable challenge, requiring approval from two-thirds of Congress and three-fourths of state legislatures.
A law professor from Stanford University affirmed that Trump's chances of successfully amending the Constitution are virtually nonexistent.
The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951 following President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s four terms, was established to prevent prolonged presidency.
Alteration of constitutional amendments requires a complex and arduous process that, in this context, renders Trump's suggestion as more theoretical than practical.
While addressing House Republicans, Trump suggested he could consider a third term bid if his supporters demanded it.
The 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution prevents any person from being elected to the presidency more than twice.
Overturning this amendment would present a formidable challenge, requiring approval from two-thirds of Congress and three-fourths of state legislatures.
A law professor from Stanford University affirmed that Trump's chances of successfully amending the Constitution are virtually nonexistent.
The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951 following President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s four terms, was established to prevent prolonged presidency.
Alteration of constitutional amendments requires a complex and arduous process that, in this context, renders Trump's suggestion as more theoretical than practical.
