Eyeing a Third Term: Trump's Five Unconventional Paths
Trump found potential routes for seeking a third presidential term.
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Donald Trump, looking past his second term in office, has openly expressed his ambition for a third shot at becoming the U.S. President. However, the American Constitution's 22nd Amendment, enacted in 1951, prohibits any individual from serving more than two terms. Here are five potential yet unconventional methods Trump might consider to secure another term in the White House.
Donald Trump's Third Term Quest
The 22nd Amendment hasn't stopped the former U.S. President from speculating about a third term. But adhering to the Constitution's rules, he must relinquish his seat in 2029. However, this hasn't deterred him from exploring loopholes.
Amending the Constitution: A Rare and Challenging Path
While every law can be repealed, changing the Constitution is an extraordinary undertaking. A constitutional amendment requires a two-thirds majority in both chambers of Congress, but gaining such consensus seems elusive, given the opposition from both Democrats and moderate Republicans. Furthermore, the amendment must be ratified by three-quarters of the states – an achievement that appears nearly impossible given the current political landscape.
Exploiting the Vice Presidential Route: A Controversial Move
Trump could potentially orchestrate a scenario where another Republican candidate wins the presidential election, then hands over the presidency to him. To facilitate this, Trump could run as the Vice Presidential candidate. However, this move could face legal hurdles, as the 12th Amendment bars anyone constitutionally ineligible to become President from assuming the Vice Presidential role.
The Speaker of the House: A Long Shot
If the Republicans retain their majority in the House of Representatives, they could elect Trump as Speaker – the third most powerful position in the U.S. government. If both the President and Vice President resign, the Speaker of the House would take on the executive duties. Although this isn't explicitly prohibited, it's considered a long shot due to political and practical challenges.
The Supreme Court Decision: A Risky Gamble
If all else fails, Trump could gamble on leaving his fate in the hands of the Supreme Court. However, this approach seems increasingly likely as Republican opposition to him within the party dwindles.
Although these methods, while theoretically possible, face significant legal and political challenges, Trump's determination to explore these options underscores his ambition to continue leading the nation beyond 2029.
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- The European Parliament has expressed its concern at the recent events in the United States, suggesting potential political unrest or controversy surrounding the prospect of Donald Trump seeking a third term as president.
- Trump's ambition for a third term has been labeled unrealistic by many, given the current Constitution and the impossibility of amending it through the present political landscape.
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