El Salvador’s Leader Is Autocrat to Some, Godsend to Others

Lawmakers approved constitutional changes abolishing term limits and allowing President Nayib Bukele to stay in power indefinitely. Why now?

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El Salvador Changes Constitution, Ending Term Limits for Nayib Bukele

The president, a Trump ally, will now be able to seek re-election indefinitely. The National Assembly also extended the presidential term to six years.

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New Jersey’s Race for Governor: What to Know

The Republican and Democratic primaries will be held on June 10. Early voting hours begin on Tuesday across the state.

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Trump Plays Down Talk of a Third Term, Backing Vance and Rubio

President Trump, who has frequently raised the idea of pursuing a third term in defiance of the Constitution, told “Meet the Press” that his vice president and his secretary of state were potential successors.

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Are Politicians Too Old? California Democrats Want to Debate an Age Cap.

As the Democratic Party tries to win back support, some members say forcing older politicians to retire is one solution.

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The Strategy Behind Trump’s Repeated Musings About a Third Term

The president’s comments deflect attention from other controversies. And they freeze the field of potential successors who might steal the spotlight from a lame duck.

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Trump Says He’s ‘Not Joking’ About Seeking a Third Term in Defiance of Constitution

President Trump, in an interview with NBC News, said there were “methods” that would allow a third term. The 22nd Amendment prohibits a person from being elected to more than two terms as president.

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Trump’s Third-Term Talk Faces Pushback From a Democratic Congressman

Representative Dan Goldman plans a resolution to reinforce the Constitution’s two-term limit.

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French Prime Minister Michel Barnier to Stay as Caretaker for Now. What Happens Next?

Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost a no-confidence vote in Parliament on Wednesday. President Emmanuel Macron will choose a replacement and will address the nation at 8 p.m. local time.

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France’s Prime Minister Could Be Forced to Resign This Week. Here’s What Could Happen Next.

A vote by Parliament could force the prime minister to resign, leaving his budget legislation in limbo.

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