O’Rourke warned that the redrawing of Texas congressional maps could lead to a third Trump term, emphasizing the importance of fighting to win. He stated that Texas Democrats can deny Republicans the votes needed to certify the maps. O’Rourke urged Democrats to focus on redistricting and gaining more seats in other states. He expressed concern that without significant Democratic action, the 2026 election could be “stolen,” potentially paving the way for Trump’s return.
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Senator John Curtis, a Utah Republican, firmly rejected the notion of supporting a third term for President Trump, calling it ludicrous and stating he wouldn’t have supported a third term for even George Washington. This response comes amidst discussions by Trump allies, including Steve Bannon, suggesting a third term is possible despite the 22nd Amendment’s prohibition. Legal experts largely agree that no constitutional path exists for such a scenario, dismissing proposed workarounds as legally tenuous and likely to fail. Trump himself has previously stated he doesn’t support amending the 22nd Amendment.
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