'National Treasure' director predicts upcoming third film won't be able to 'ignore' politics
Director Jon Turteltaub said political polarization delayed "National Treasure 3" and explained the finished script will have to address modern politics.

TL;DR
- 'National Treasure 3' is confirmed to be in development with a finished script approved by director Jon Turteltaub and Disney.
- Director Jon Turteltaub believes political polarization delayed the production of the third film.
- Turteltaub stated that the script will likely need to address modern politics without alienating viewers.
- Film critic Christian Toto suggested that the franchise would be better served by remaining apolitical.