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‘Give President Trump a third term’: Congressman proposes to amend US Constitution

‘Give President Trump a third term’: Congressman proposes to amend US Constitution

A Republican congressman has introduced a resolution to amend the U.S. Constitution, aiming to allow President Donald Trump to serve a potential third term. Tennessee Congressman Andy Ogles presented this proposal shortly after Trump began his second, non-consecutive term.

Proposed Amendment Details

Amendment Language: The proposed amendment seeks to modify the 22nd Amendment, which currently limits presidents to two terms. Ogles’ resolution states:

“No individual shall be elected to the presidency more than three times, nor shall any individual be elected for an additional term after serving two consecutive terms.”

It also specifies that anyone who has served over two years of another individual’s term cannot be elected more than twice.

Justification: Ogles argues that this change is necessary for “bold leadership” and claims Trump is uniquely capable of reversing the nation’s decline, contrasting his leadership with what he describes as the chaos and suffering experienced under the Biden administration.

Challenges Ahead: The resolution faces significant hurdles, requiring a two-thirds majority in both the House and Senate, along with ratification by 38 states. This path is considered nearly impossible without bipartisan support.

Implications for Other Presidents: The amendment’s language would not apply retroactively to other two-term presidents like Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama, effectively allowing only Trump and potentially Joe Biden to seek a third term.

The introduction of this resolution has sparked discussions about the implications of such a change in presidential term limits, especially given Trump’s previous hints at a desire for extended leadership. Some political analysts suggest that while amending the Constitution is one route, there are alternative scenarios through which Trump could retain influence beyond his current term.

This evolving situation continues to attract attention as it unfolds in the political landscape.