The Daily Aus Is a third Trump term possible?
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Oct 28, 2025 Donald Trump hints at a possible third presidential run, raising eyebrows about the two-term limit. The hosts dive into the 22nd Amendment, discussing why it currently stands firm. They explore a wild loophole idea where a former president could become vice president to reclaim power. The difficulty of amending the Constitution surfaces, with examples of past proposals. Switching gears, they contrast this with Australia's lack of term limits, where leaders serve as long as they have party backing. The debate over optimal government term lengths adds further intrigue.
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Trump Teases Third-Term Plans
- Donald Trump told reporters he "would love to do it" when asked about running in 2028 on Air Force One.
- Trump has repeatedly teased a third-term idea dating back to comments praising Xi and rally chants.
Constitutional Two-Term Limit
- The 22nd Amendment bans anyone from being elected president more than twice, blocking third-term bids.
- It was ratified in 1951 after FDR's four terms to codify the two-term tradition.
Election Versus Service Distinction
- Some scholars note the amendment bars being elected more than twice but doesn't explicitly ban serving longer via succession.
- That raises the hypothetical of a two-term ex-president returning as vice president then assuming the presidency.