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Trump won't rule out a third term: "I would love to do it"

Trump won't rule out a third term: "I would love to do it"

Summary

President Trump has hinted at the idea of serving a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment, which prohibits a person from being elected as President more than twice. While discussing this, he mentioned a possibly powerful team with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio but acknowledged legal barriers.

Key Facts

  • President Trump mentioned the possibility of running for a third term, which is not allowed by the 22nd Amendment.
  • The 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution says a person cannot be elected as President more than twice.
  • Trump suggested a potential team with JD Vance as Vice President and Marco Rubio as Secretary of State.
  • Trump said he has high poll numbers, although major polls show different results.
  • Steve Bannon, a former Trump adviser, talked about a plan for Trump to remain in office beyond the legal limit.
  • Trump mentioned alternative methods, like having Vance as President, that might allow him to return, but admitted these ideas might be legally complex.
  • The 12th Amendment prevents a person who cannot be President from being Vice President.

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