President Donald Trump said he would love to run against Barack Obama. But the US Constitution does not allow a president to serve three terms. Trump, 78, talked about this on Monday in the Oval Office. He said many people want him to run again. He also suggested there might be a way to make the Trump vs. Obama rematch happen.
Trump Suggests a Loophole to Run Again
On Sunday, Trump told NBC that there could be a way around the two-term rule. He said Vice President JD Vance, 40, could run for president. If Vance won, he could resign, and Trump could take his place. This would let Trump return to office without changing the Constitution. However, it is unclear if this plan would be legal. The 22nd Amendment, passed in 1951, says no one can be elected president more than twice. Some believe there may be loopholes, but no former president has ever tested them.
Obama’s Political Influence and Possible Return
Obama, 63, still has strong influence in the Democratic Party. Many believe he played a key role in pushing President Joe Biden out of the last election. Some Democrats see him as a leader who could unite the party again. Trump said he would enjoy running against Obama if the law allowed it. He believes it would be a tough but exciting Trump vs. Obama race.
A Proposed Amendment to Allow a Third Term
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) introduced a proposal to change the Constitution. His amendment would allow a president to serve three terms. However, it would not allow Obama to run again. The new rule would say, “No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than three times, nor be elected to any additional term after being elected to two consecutive terms.” This change would directly benefit Trump. However, changing the Constitution is extremely difficult.
The Challenges of Changing the Constitution
To pass a constitutional amendment, two-thirds of Congress must agree. Then, three-fourths of US states must approve it. This is a long and complicated process. It is unlikely to happen, especially with strong opposition from Democrats. Most experts believe this amendment has little chance of success. Still, Trump’s supporters continue to push for ways to allow him to run again, including the hypothetical Trump vs. Obama scenario.
Trump’s Desire for a Rematch with Obama
Trump and Obama have a long history of political rivalry. During Obama’s presidency, Trump questioned if Obama was born in the US. That claim was widely debunked but caused tension. Trump believes that if Obama could run again, the election would be one of the most watched in history. Even though Obama cannot run, Trump still sees him as a major influence in Democratic politics. He is preparing for a tough race, no matter who his opponent will be.
