Must be a natural-born citizen of the United States (can be born abroad of parents who are American citizens)
Must be 35 years of age
Must be a resident of the United States for at least 14 years (but not necessarily the 14 years preceding the election)
The Powers of the President:
According to Article II of the Constitution the President has the following powers:
Serve as commander in chief of the armed forces
Commission officer of the armed forces
Grant reprieves and pardons for federal offenses (except impeachment)
Convene Congress in special sessions
Receive ambassadors
Take care that the laws be faithfully executed
Wield the "executive power"
Appoint officials to lesser offices
Powers of the President That Are Shared with the Senate
Make treaties
Appoint ambassadors, judges, and high officials
Powers of the President That are Shared with Congress as a Whole
Approve legislation
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