Overview

• Donald Trump stated in a Sunday interview that he is 'not joking' about exploring methods to serve a third term as U.S. president, despite the 22nd Amendment's prohibition.
• Trump suggested one possible avenue involves running as vice president in 2028 and assuming the presidency if the elected president resigns, though he declined to elaborate on other methods.
• Legal experts argue that the 12th Amendment likely bars Trump from serving as vice president, and any attempt to amend the Constitution faces overwhelming political and procedural obstacles.
• Critics warn that such efforts could undermine democratic principles, while Trump allies, including Steve Bannon, continue to explore potential strategies for extending his tenure.
• The debate highlights the enduring tension between Trump's political ambitions and established constitutional norms, with legal scholars dismissing his proposed paths as highly improbable.