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Trump Hints at Third Term Amid Legal Hurdles

10/29/2025

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Trump's Third Term?

U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly hinted at a third term, despite constitutional prohibitions.
Allies are weighing options, including a potential run for Speaker of the House, which could allow Trump to assume the presidency if both the president and vice president resign.
The plan faces significant legal challenges, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson, a constitutional lawyer.
Johnson emphasizes constitutional constraints and the lengthy process required for amendments.

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Mahdawi Warns Trump

Arwa Mahdawi, The Guardian columnist, warns U.S. President Donald Trump could seek a third term despite the 22nd Amendment.
She argues Trump weakened U.S. institutions and could exploit legal loopholes or declare a state of emergency.
Mahdawi notes social media manipulation and the lack of strong opposition from Democrats as factors that could enable such a scenario.
She warns about democracy's future and urges vigilance against Trumpism.

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Trump's Third Term?

U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly hinted at a third term, despite constitutional prohibitions.
Allies are weighing options, including a potential run for Speaker of the House, which could allow Trump to assume the presidency if both the president and vice president resign.
The plan faces significant legal challenges, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson, a constitutional lawyer.
Johnson emphasizes constitutional constraints and the lengthy process required for amendments.

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