Trump teases running for a third term: ‘Not joking’

President Donald Trump has once again hinted at the possibility of running for a third term, stating in a recent interview with NBC News that he is “not joking” about the idea. Trump expressed that he enjoys working and that many people have urged him to consider running for another term. While he acknowledged that it is still early in his current administration, he made it clear that he is not ruling out the possibility of a third term.

The 22nd Amendment of the Constitution currently limits presidents to serving only two terms in office, a restriction that was put in place after President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s four-term presidency. FDR’s unprecedented tenure was a response to the challenging political and economic circumstances of the Great Depression and World War II. Trump mentioned that there are ways to potentially bypass this amendment, such as having Vice President JD Vance run for office and then pass the presidency back to him.

When asked about his motivation for considering a third term, Trump emphasized his enjoyment of working and his desire to continue leading the country. He has previously raised the question of running for a third term, prompting Republican lawmakers to introduce a resolution that would allow a president to serve three terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms.

Rep. Andy Ogles, a key ally of Trump in Congress, introduced the resolution shortly after Trump’s inauguration in January. Ogles argued that Trump has demonstrated the ability to reverse the nation’s decline and restore America’s greatness, and thus should be given the opportunity to continue his leadership. The proposed amendment would revise the limitations of the 22nd Amendment to allow for a third term for the president.

While the White House has not provided further comment on Trump’s remarks, the possibility of a third term for the president continues to be a topic of discussion. As Trump remains focused on his current term, the idea of a potential third term lingers in the background, with supporters and critics alike speculating on the future of his presidency.