Summary
Rep. Daniel Goldman plans to introduce a resolution clarifying that the Constitutionās two-term limit for presidents applies even if terms are non-consecutive, aiming to close any perceived loophole after Donald Trump joked about seeking a third term.
While unlikely to advance under Republican Speaker Mike Johnson, Goldmanās resolution underscores Democratsā concerns over Trumpās repeated comments about serving beyond two terms, which some view as āanti-democratic and authoritarian.ā
Goldman urges bipartisan support to uphold the 22nd Amendment, amid fears that some Republicans might not view Trumpās statements as mere jokes.
Iām honestly not too worried about this. Trump can already effectively run for a third or any number of terms. The Republican party is now a full-on cult of personality around Trump. To stay in power, all Trump has to do is have one of his fail sons run as his successor. During the campaign, have the actual candidate largely in the background, and make it clear to all voters that his son will be running as a formality only; Trump will remain the real power behind the throne. And, once elected, Trump can continue to maintain power through the power he personally has on the party. If his son ever goes against his wishes, Trump can get on TV and immediately turn the base against the nominal president. His son may formally be president, but heās not getting anything past MAGA congressmembers without the blessing of Trump himself.
I will vomit everyday forever if Ivanka turns out to be our first female president.
I doubt heāll be anything other than dead or a drooling vegetable in 4 years.