Bangladesh, March 31 -- US President Donald Trumps recent comments about seeking a third term have ignited a political firestorm, raising questions about the limits of executive power, constitutional integrity, and the resilience of American democracy. While some dismiss his remarks as mere provocation, others view them as a calculated attempt to normalize discussions about extending his presidency beyond 2029. Given Trumps history of challenging political norms, his assertion that he is “not joking” about a third term deserves serious scrutiny.

The primary legal roadblock to a Trump third term is the 22nd Amendment, which was ratified in 1951 after President Franklin D. Roosevelts unprecedented four-term tenure. The amendmen...