Trump hints at running for unconstitutional third term: ‘I’m not joking’

Published March 30, 2025 7:41pm ET



President Donald Trump gave his strongest indication yet that he would consider running for a third term as president, saying he’s “not joking” and suggesting “there are methods” to do so.

In a phone call on Sunday with NBC News, Trump signaled he has received some backing for what would be an unconstitutional third term in the White House, while clarifying it’s still early to make a decision and that he’s focused on the work of his second administration.

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