Episode 893: Could Trump Run for a Third Term? The 22nd Amendment Prohibits it, But a TN Congressman Wants to Repeal It. And There are Loopholes.
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The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Oct. 30, 2025
Brian is gone today. This is a rebroadcast from February.
Could Trump Run for a Third Term? The 22nd Amendment Prohibits it, But a TN Congressman Wants to Repeal It. And There are Loopholes.
In 1944, when Franklin Roosevelt said he would run for a fourth term, discussions began on a Constitutional amendment to limit a U.S. President to two terms in office. In 1951, the 22nd Amendment was ratified. Now, a Tennessee Congressman wants to repeal it. Would it actually be possible for Donald Trump to be President again?
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Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
U.S. Constitution - 22nd Amendment
National Constitution Center - FDR’s third-term election and the 22nd amendment
Office of Congressman Andy Ogles - Rep. Ogles Proposes Amending the 22nd Amendment to Allow Trump to Serve a Third Term
U.S. Congress - JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United
States to provide that no person shall be elected to the office of the President more than three times.
The Hill - Tennessee Republican proposes amendment to allow Trump to serve third term
NBC News - Trump jokes about running for a third term in speech to House Republicans
Politico - How Trump Could Snatch a Third Term — Despite the 22nd Amendment
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U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
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