Summary
President Donald Trump has talked privately about the possibility of running for a third term. These discussions challenge the U.S. Constitution's 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two terms. Alan Dershowitz, Trump's former lawyer, is writing a book that questions whether this limit is clearly defined.
Key Facts
- President Trump has discussed the idea of a third term with former lawyer Alan Dershowitz.
- The U.S. Constitution's 22nd Amendment restricts presidents to two terms.
- Dershowitz is writing a book on the constitutional aspects of a potential third term for Trump.
- Trump has made public comments about the idea but has not committed to pursuing it.
- Legal experts and political figures are divided on the feasibility of a third term.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated a constitutional change is needed for a third term.
- Historically, U.S. presidential terms have not exceeded two due to the 22nd Amendment.
- The issue has sparked debate over executive power limits and American democratic norms.
