Washington D.C., April 1, 2025 – Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy by claiming that Americans are urging him to run for a third term in office, a move explicitly prohibited by the U.S. Constitution. This declaration comes amidst ongoing speculation about his potential involvement in future presidential elections.
Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Monday, Trump stated, "People are asking me to run. I don't know. I never looked into it. They do say there's a way you can do it, but I don't know about that, but I have not looked into it."
Constitutional Impossibility
The 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1951, clearly stipulates that no person can be elected president more than twice. This amendment was put in place to formalize a tradition established by George Washington, who declined to seek a third term in 1797.
Trump's Previous Term
Trump, who served as president from 2017 to 2021, has repeatedly flirted with the idea of challenging the constitutional limit, often framing it as a hypothetical or a joke.
Possible Matchup with Obama
When asked about the possibility of running against former President Barack Obama, who also served two terms, Trump responded, "That would be a good one, I’d like that." He later added, "I'm not joking" about seeking a third term, as he stated in an interview with NBC News this past Sunday.
Implications and Context
Trump's recent remarks have been met with skepticism and criticism, given their defiance of established legal and historical precedent. His continued exploration of the topic raises questions about his intentions and his adherence to the principles of American democracy. While some may view his comments as mere political posturing, others see them as a dangerous undermining of constitutional norms.