Former President Donald Trump has announced a plan to introduce a constitutional amendment to impose term limits on members of Congress. This proposal, aimed at shaking up Washington, would cap how long lawmakers can hold office, preventing the “career politician” culture Trump blames for corruption and stagnation. Trump argues that by implementing term limits, Congress would benefit from fresh perspectives, increased accountability, and reduced risk of entrenched interests.
This initiative would apply to both the House of Representatives and the Senate, affecting all U.S. members of Congress. Trump’s plan aligns with his broader campaign agenda of rooting out what he calls the “entrenched political class” and reforming federal governance. He believes that term limits could counteract the disconnect many Americans feel with lawmakers who’ve served decades in office without being held accountable for results.
However, amending the Constitution requires significant political support. For this proposal to move forward, it would need a two-thirds majority in both the House and Senate, followed by approval from three-fourths of the state legislatures—a high bar to meet in the current political climate. Yet, Trump’s message is clear: a new wave of leadership in Congress is needed, and term limits are his solution.
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