Be at least 30 years of age, a US. citizen for nine years, and a resident of California when
elected.1 US. Const., Art. I,
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The House of Representatives is the part of Congress that does not have the power to confirm candidates. The Senate is given the power through the Constitution.
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The Three requirements one must meet before becoming a member of the Senate are one you have to be at least 30 years old. Second, a U.S. citizen for at least nine years at the time of election to the Senate. And third, a resident of the state one is elected to represent in the Senate.
Muslim candidates ARE allowed to run for president , provided they satisfy the constitutional requirements - whether a Muslim could be elected is another question.
The Senate is considered the higher house of Congress, so being a Senator is more prestigious than being a Representative, as well as having stricter requirements.