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Trump says ‘it’s too bad’ he can’t run for third term as US president

Trump says ‘it’s too bad’ he can’t run for third term as US president

Summary

President Donald Trump expressed disappointment about not being able to run for a third term, citing the U.S. Constitution's limits. The 22nd Amendment allows only two terms for any U.S. president. He and others have acknowledged that changing this rule would be very difficult.

Key Facts

  • President Trump said he can't run for a third term due to constitutional limits.
  • The U.S. Constitution’s 22nd Amendment restricts presidents to two terms.
  • Trump began his second term in January and expressed a desire for a third.
  • Changing the Constitution would involve a complex process requiring states and Congress approval.
  • Trump displayed "Trump 2028" hats but dismissed suggestions of running as vice president.
  • Trump and others have acknowledged the challenge of changing constitutional term limits.
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson discussed the matter with Trump, concluding a third term is impossible.

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