Mike Johnson Deals Blow to Trump’s Ambitions for a Third Term
Mike Johnson Deals Blow to Trump’s Ambitions for a Third Term
Mike Johnson
seemed to slow down
Donald Trump
seeking a third term in office in 2028, with the Constitution acting as an obstacle to the president's ambitions for another term.
White House
.
Trump has
stated in recent interviews that he's willing to serve as president for longer than eight years.
'The 78-year-old president stated on Meet the Press this past Sunday that many individuals desire for him to undertake it.'
Johnson, who serves as the Speaker of the House and is also a constitutional lawyer, was questioned about whether there exists a lawful way for Trump to win and if he would back the president should he run for office once more.
He stated that there is "a constitutional pathway," however, this route necessitates amending the Constitution to be achieved.
"And that sets a high standard," he further stated, ultimately asserting that he thinks Trump grasps this concept.
Johnson stated that he has privately spoken about t…