presidential powers
House Speaker Mike Johnson Rejects Constitutional Path for Trump's Third Term Aspirations
Oct 29, 2025 05:53 am CST
House Speaker Mike Johnson firmly states there is no constitutional pathway for President Donald Trump's third term aspirations, citing the 22nd Amendment's clear limitations. Despite Trump's public musings and "Trump 2028" merchandise circulating in Washington, Johnson maintains that constitutional barriers would require a lengthy amendment process, while acknowledging Trump's testing of presidential powers in his current second term.
Trump Seeks $230 Million Compensation from Justice Department for Previous Federal Investigations
Oct 22, 2025 10:16 am CST
President Donald Trump claims the Department of Justice owes him significant compensation for damages caused by previous federal investigations, with reports indicating his legal team is seeking approximately $230 million. This unprecedented situation raises ethical concerns as Trump would effectively be approving payment to himself, though he states any compensation would go to charity or the White House.