Donald Trump To Legally Stay U.S. President Until 2037? This Constitutional Loophole Could Make History! News24 –

A stunning report by the US media has emerged, stating that Donald Trump could legally return to the White House for a third term. A loophole in the 22nd Amendment suggests that while a president cannot be elected more than twice, they can still assume the role through succession. Here’s more on this!

About The Loophole And How It Works

According to the 22nd Amendment, no person can be “elected” as president more than twice. However, it does not prevent someone from assuming the role through succession. If Trump runs as a vice-presidential candidate after his second term and if his running mate resigns, he could take over as president again.

Legal experts point out that the amendment does not explicitly prohibit anybody from this strategy. If Trump follows this strategy, he could continue serving in the White House even beyond 2029 and potentially until 2037.

Trump’s Third Term

For instance, Trump could run in 2028 as a vice-presidential candidate, with a nominee like JD Vance leading the ticket. What happens next depends upon the poll verdict. If the Vance’s ticket wins, he could resign immediately after his inauguration and make Trump the president. Daily Mail which reported that says that this strategy would not violate the constitutional ban on being “elected” more than twice.

If Trump decided to run the same strategy for the next term until, 2032, the process can be repeated without any legal interference.

What Will Happen Then If Somebody Opposes

This strategy has challenges also. This plan can be opposed by the opponents in court. They may argue that it violates the spirit of the 22nd Amendment. However, Supreme Court can rule only based on the text of the constitution and not on the intent that the individuals made. The court might as well focus on the definition of “elected,” which does not explicitly stop an ex-president from reclaiming his position through succession.

FAQs

Can Trump legally reclaim the presidency through a loophole in the Amendment?

Yes, he could, as the 22nd Amendment does not prohibit it.

Can Supreme Court Rule Against This Strategy?

The court can only focus on the Amendment. If Trump follows the legal process, the court cannot overturn him. It cannot prevent him from assuming the presidency through a legal loophole.