Presidential President Donald Trump made a sensational statement, promising that after his possible victory in the 2024 presidential election, Americans will not have to vote in four years in the new elections.
Speaking in the West in the West Palm Beach, Florida organized by the Conservative Turning Point Action group, Trump urged the Christian community to support him in the elections. "Christians, go out and vote, only this time. You don't have to do it anymore. I love you, Christians. I'm Christian. Come, you have to come and vote. In four years you don't have to vote again, we will correct everything, we will do so well that you do not have to vote," he said.
This is not the first time Trump makes such statements. In December, in an interview for Fox News, he stated that in the event of a victory in the election, he would rule as a dictator, but only one day to make important decisions. Such rhetoric causes serious concerns about future democracy in the United States.
It should be noted that under the Constitution of the United States, presidents cannot be in office longer than two terms. The sole president who managed the country for more than two terms was Franklin Roosevelt, who occupied the post of President for four terms. The restrictions for two terms were imposed after his presidency.
However, Trump has repeatedly hinted at the possibility of breaking this rule. In May this year, at a meeting of the National Rifle Association, he joked that the United States could run longer. "Do you know, Franklin Roosevelt has been in charge of 16 years - almost 16 years - he was four terms president. I don't know if we will be considered a trittermin? - said Trump.
Trump's support among the conservative base remains high, but his statements about the possible cessation of elections in four years can cause criticism and resistance among the general public and political opponents. However, if he really wins the 2024 elections, the future of American democracy may be a serious threat.
