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Trump Sparks Controversy Over Potential Third Term Bid

10/30/2025

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The U.S. President Donald Trump sparked controversy by suggesting he might seek a third term, despite the Constitution prohibiting it.
During a flight to Japan, he expressed a desire to run again but remained unclear.
Steve Bannon, his former chief strategist, hinted at a plan to bypass the 22nd Amendment.
House Speaker Mike Johnson dismissed the idea, saying amending the Constitution would require bipartisan support.

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Story summary

The U.S. President Donald Trump sparked controversy by suggesting he might seek a third term, despite the Constitution prohibiting it.
During a flight to Japan, he expressed a desire to run again but remained unclear.
Steve Bannon, his former chief strategist, hinted at a plan to bypass the 22nd Amendment.
House Speaker Mike Johnson dismissed the idea, saying amending the Constitution would require bipartisan support.