Democrat Moves to Clarify the 22nd Amendment After Trump Refers to Running for Third Term
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Representative Daniel Goldman of New York plans to introduce a resolution clarifying that the Constitution’s two-term limit for presidents applies even if the terms are not consecutive.

Summary

Rep. Daniel Goldman plans to introduce a resolution clarifying that the Constitution’s two-term limit for presidents applies even if terms are non-consecutive, aiming to close any perceived loophole after Donald Trump joked about seeking a third term.

While unlikely to advance under Republican Speaker Mike Johnson, Goldman’s resolution underscores Democrats’ concerns over Trump’s repeated comments about serving beyond two terms, which some view as “anti-democratic and authoritarian.”

Goldman urges bipartisan support to uphold the 22nd Amendment, amid fears that some Republicans might not view Trump’s statements as mere jokes.

      • Nightwingdragon@lemmy.worldEnglish
        7·
        1 month ago

        You know how I know I’m too stoned right now? I can actually picture this being a sitcom with Drew Carey starring as Grover Cleveland. I’m telling you, there’s something there, and I’m going to go ponder what that is over some more weed.

        • Today@lemmy.world
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          1 month ago

          I will go get high enough to forget why we discussed it, and to have an appropriately ridiculous response to your sitcom pitch.

          • Nightwingdragon@lemmy.worldEnglish
            3·
            1 month ago

            You laugh, but remember that at one time, someone walked into a boardroom and actually said “<puff> So, I’ve got this idea for a new cartoon. It’s about a sponge. <puff> And it lives in a pineapple…<pass>”, and is now a millionaire many, many times over.

            So who do we get to play the two dudes that have to Weekend at Bernies Drew Carey around the oval office all day?

            • Today@lemmy.world
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              1 month ago

              I’ve been watching slow horses with Gary oldman and he’s hilarious. I also love patton oswalt. Not sure if either of those are right for the Andrew McCarthy or the other guy roles, but maybe we could find parts for them?