Sun May 04 17:55:43 UTC 2025: ## Trump Casts Doubt on Constitution, Downplays Third Term Bid
**Washington, D.C. –** In a television interview that aired Sunday, May 4th, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty about his obligation to uphold the U.S. Constitution. When directly asked if he believes he must uphold the supreme law of the land, Trump responded, “I don’t know.” He similarly demurred when questioned about whether all citizens, regardless of immigration status, deserve due process, stating, “I’m not a lawyer. I don’t know.”
These remarks follow the President’s controversial actions regarding the deportation of undocumented migrants, which have faced widespread criticism. While defending his policies as necessary due to a national emergency, Trump’s comments have raised significant constitutional concerns.
Trump also downplayed speculation about a potential third presidential term, despite previously suggesting it was a possibility. While acknowledging the 22nd Amendment’s prohibition on more than two terms, Trump has previously hinted at methods to circumvent this. He reiterated on Sunday that he is not actively pursuing a third term, stating his intention to serve a full second term and then pass the presidency to “a great Republican.” He mentioned Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as potential successors. Legal and constitutional scholars have strongly criticized the suggestion of a third term as unconstitutional.
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