Warren Buffett has suggested a bold and unconventional idea for addressing the U.S. deficit problem, saying it could be solved in just five minutes with one simple rule change. His proposal is to pass a law that would prevent members of Congress from being eligible for re-election any time the federal deficit exceeds 3% of GDP. According to this concept, lawmakers would face direct political consequences for fiscal imbalance, potentially creating stronger incentives to control spending and reduce long-term debt. While framed as a thought experiment rather than an official policy proposal, the idea has sparked discussion about accountability, government spending, and how political incentives shape economic decisions.