Can it run Linux?
Yes; macOS has native container support for Linux [1].
[1]: https://github.com/apple/container
In a vm, I don't see why not.
In a VM, definitely. Just like other Macs.
Just run WSL inside of Windows.
Likely yes, eventually
Native, no. That would cannibalise Apple services which is a huge source of revenue for them.
Yes; macOS has native container support for Linux [1].
[1]: https://github.com/apple/container