Wayne Steger, a political science professor, emphasized that almost any adult citizen can run for president, even those with criminal accusations, to prevent political disenfranchisement.
The 14th Amendment prohibits individuals who engaged in insurrection from holding office, but Steger believes it is unlikely to be relevant for the upcoming election.
The Supreme Court's ruling highlighted that former presidents enjoy broad immunity from prosecution for actions tied to their official duties, influencing Trump's legal situation.
The constitutional requirements for presidential candidates include being a natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, and having lived in the U.S. for 14 years.
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