Trump teases the possibility of another political decision–"I'm not done yet."
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In a political climate that's as unpredictable as the weather, President Donald Trump has once again stirred the pot with a statement that has both eyebrows and questions raised.
In an exclusive interview with NBC News, President Trump hinted at the possibility of not saying never just yet, a concept that challenges the very fabric of the US Constitution's 22nd Amendment.
Does he have a few tricks up his sleeve? What should we expect from his next move?
During the Sunday morning call, President Trump's words were a mix of coy and assertive.
He declined to dismiss the idea of running for a third term in office—despite the constitutional limit set by the 22nd Amendment, he asserted there are “methods” to make it happen and emphasized he was “not joking.”
“A lot of people want me to do it,” Trump said during the phone interview with NBC News, referencing encouragement from his supporters. “But, I mean, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it’s very early in the administration.”
“I’m focused on the current,” he added, offering some of his most detailed remarks yet on the possibility of seeking a third term.
When asked if he wanted to serve another term, President Trump replied, “I like working.”
Pressed on whether he was serious, he clarified, “I’m not joking. But I’m not—it is far too early to think about it.”
When questioned about whether he had seen proposals that would enable him to pursue a third term, Trump responded, “There are methods which you could do it.”
NBC News posed a hypothetical scenario involving Vice President JD Vance running for office and then handing over the role to Trump. “That’s one,” Trump acknowledged, before adding, “But there are others, too.”
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When asked to elaborate on what those other methods might be, Trump replied simply, “No.”
Let's take a moment to unpack the constitutional challenge here. The 22nd Amendment is clear: no president may serve more than two terms.
Source: HISTORY / Youtube.
To change this would require a major effort—a two-thirds majority in Congress or a constitutional convention called by two-thirds of the states, followed by ratification from three-quarters of the states.
It's a high bar, one that has safeguarded presidential term limits since the amendment's ratification in 1951. Still, President Trump referenced his strong polling, saying “a lot of people would like me to” serve a third term.
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While Trump has made similar remarks in the past about extending his time in office, many Republicans have typically dismissed those statements as jokes or viewed them as attempts to provoke his critics.
Despite the legal and logistical hurdles, Trump's confidence is buoyed by his supporters. Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) has even introduced a resolution to extend presidential term limits, a move that would pave the way for Trump's potential return.
Meanwhile, Trump ally Steve Bannon has expressed his belief that Trump could “run and win again in 2028,” suggesting alternative strategies for a third term are being considered.
Bannon also hinted at potential legal or political avenues to make that possible, saying he believes “we’ll have a couple of alternatives” despite the current constitutional two-term cap.
Source: @WhiteHouse / X.
Meanwhile, the White House has leaned into Trump's monarchical comparisons, sharing an image on X of a mock magazine cover portraying Trump wearing a crown—posted shortly after the administration blocked New York City’s congestion pricing plan.
The caption quoted Trump’s own Truth Social post: “LONG LIVE THE KING!”
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What are your thoughts on Trump's comments? Do you believe there's a legitimate path for a third term? Share your insights and opinions in the comments below, but please remember to remain respectful.
In an exclusive interview with NBC News, President Trump hinted at the possibility of not saying never just yet, a concept that challenges the very fabric of the US Constitution's 22nd Amendment.
Does he have a few tricks up his sleeve? What should we expect from his next move?
During the Sunday morning call, President Trump's words were a mix of coy and assertive.
He declined to dismiss the idea of running for a third term in office—despite the constitutional limit set by the 22nd Amendment, he asserted there are “methods” to make it happen and emphasized he was “not joking.”
“A lot of people want me to do it,” Trump said during the phone interview with NBC News, referencing encouragement from his supporters. “But, I mean, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it’s very early in the administration.”
“I’m focused on the current,” he added, offering some of his most detailed remarks yet on the possibility of seeking a third term.
President Donald Trump did not rule out the possibility of seeking a third term in the White House, which is prohibited by the Constitution under the 22nd Amendment. Image source: LiveNOW from FOX.
When asked if he wanted to serve another term, President Trump replied, “I like working.”
Pressed on whether he was serious, he clarified, “I’m not joking. But I’m not—it is far too early to think about it.”
When questioned about whether he had seen proposals that would enable him to pursue a third term, Trump responded, “There are methods which you could do it.”
NBC News posed a hypothetical scenario involving Vice President JD Vance running for office and then handing over the role to Trump. “That’s one,” Trump acknowledged, before adding, “But there are others, too.”
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When asked to elaborate on what those other methods might be, Trump replied simply, “No.”
Let's take a moment to unpack the constitutional challenge here. The 22nd Amendment is clear: no president may serve more than two terms.
Source: HISTORY / Youtube.
To change this would require a major effort—a two-thirds majority in Congress or a constitutional convention called by two-thirds of the states, followed by ratification from three-quarters of the states.
It's a high bar, one that has safeguarded presidential term limits since the amendment's ratification in 1951. Still, President Trump referenced his strong polling, saying “a lot of people would like me to” serve a third term.
Also read: “No one is above the law”: A New York Judge upholds Trump’s conviction in the “hush money” case
While Trump has made similar remarks in the past about extending his time in office, many Republicans have typically dismissed those statements as jokes or viewed them as attempts to provoke his critics.
Despite the legal and logistical hurdles, Trump's confidence is buoyed by his supporters. Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) has even introduced a resolution to extend presidential term limits, a move that would pave the way for Trump's potential return.
Meanwhile, Trump ally Steve Bannon has expressed his belief that Trump could “run and win again in 2028,” suggesting alternative strategies for a third term are being considered.
Bannon also hinted at potential legal or political avenues to make that possible, saying he believes “we’ll have a couple of alternatives” despite the current constitutional two-term cap.
Source: @WhiteHouse / X.
Meanwhile, the White House has leaned into Trump's monarchical comparisons, sharing an image on X of a mock magazine cover portraying Trump wearing a crown—posted shortly after the administration blocked New York City’s congestion pricing plan.
The caption quoted Trump’s own Truth Social post: “LONG LIVE THE KING!”
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What are your thoughts on Trump's comments? Do you believe there's a legitimate path for a third term? Share your insights and opinions in the comments below, but please remember to remain respectful.
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