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Can a congresswoman be president?
Yes, any natural-born US citizen over 35 who has resided in the US for 14 years can run for president, regardless of their current political office. Many presidents have previously served in Congress. AOC's statement that a presidential bid 'remained an option' is a common way for politicians to keep future possibilities open.
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