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Former Judge Luttig: Trump Threatens Democracy With Third Term

10/29/2025

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J. Michael Luttig, a former conservative judge, warns that U.S. President Donald Trump threatens democracy by pursuing an unconstitutional third term.
In an article for The Atlantic, Luttig says Trump is taking steps to maintain power indefinitely.
He asserts Trump has seized unchecked power that could enable a third term despite the 22nd Amendment.
Luttig reiterated these concerns during an appearance on MSNBC's Morning Joe.

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J. Michael Luttig, a former conservative judge, warns that U.S. President Donald Trump threatens democracy by pursuing an unconstitutional third term.
In an article for The Atlantic, Luttig says Trump is taking steps to maintain power indefinitely.
He asserts Trump has seized unchecked power that could enable a third term despite the 22nd Amendment.
Luttig reiterated these concerns during an appearance on MSNBC's Morning Joe.