Former President Donald Trump sparked controversy on Saturday during his speech at the National Rifle Association (NRA) annual meeting, where he openly discussed the idea of serving a third term as president. Trump referenced former President Franklin D. Roosevelt's four-term presidency and questioned whether his own potential third term would be considered appropriate.

Since the enactment of the 22nd Amendment in the 1950s, which limits a president to two terms, a third term for any president is constitutionally prohibited. Despite this, Trump expressed his personal musings about the idea, raising eyebrows among his detractors.

Although Trump previously dismissed the notion of scrapping the 22nd Amendment and pursuing a third term, his recent comments at the NRA meeting reignited speculation. Last month, he emphasized his intention to fulfill his four-year term and restore the country, stating, "I want to put it back on the right track. Our country is going down. We're a failing nation right now. We're a nation in turmoil."

Furthermore, during an interview last September on NBC's "Meet the Press," Trump firmly ruled out the pursuit of a third term. Should he win and serve a second term, Trump would be 82 years old at its conclusion, surpassing President Biden as the oldest president in US history.

While on the campaign trail in 2020, Trump occasionally floated the idea of serving beyond two terms. At a rally in Wisconsin, he confidently declared, "We are going to win four more years, and then after that, we'll go for another four years because they spied on my campaign. We should get a redo of four years."

Trump's remarks at the NRA meeting also involved his criticism of President Biden and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., whom he referred to as "radical left." He warned the audience that if Biden were to serve another four years, they would face potential threats to their Second Amendment rights, claiming that Biden has a lengthy history of attempting to restrict lawful citizens' access to firearms.

Moreover, Trump received the NRA's endorsement once again, following its support of him in both the 2016 and 2020 presidential campaigns. Expressing his gratitude for the endorsement, Trump pledged to dismiss the head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and repeal Biden administration policies on firearms if he were to secure a second term.

Vice President Kamala Harris swiftly responded to Trump's remarks, criticizing his dismissive attitude towards the issue of gun violence. "It is clear that Donald Trump meant it when he said that Americans fed up with horrific gun violence should simply 'get over it'," Harris stated. She emphasized that President Biden and herself are actively working on sensible solutions to address the national epidemic of gun violence.

While Trump's contemplation of a third term may be met with opposition and skepticism, it highlights the ongoing influence he wields within the political landscape. As discussions about the future of American leadership continue, the nation remains divided on the potential ramifications of his return to the White House.