It's not the first time the president has publicly mused about seeking another four years in the White House, which would be barred by the Constitution.

Summary

Trump joked about running for a third term during a speech to House Republicans at a retreat in Florida, despite the two-term limit imposed by the 22nd Amendment.

His remarks drew laughter, but they come amid a proposal by Rep. Andy Ogles to amend the Constitution to allow Trump a third term, though the measure has not advanced.

Trump has made similar jokes before, calling it “fake news bait,” while GOP lawmakers like Sen. Mike Lee dismissed the possibility due to constitutional barriers.

  • JaggedRobotPubes@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    3 days ago

    This feels like it’s mostly up to the people in the military who are the ones actually holding the guns.

    If he doesn’t want it to get to that level, he doesn’t have to take it there. No one’s making him.