Congress: The Senate and the House

Congress, the legislative branch of the United States government, is bicameral, consisting of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate is composed of 100 senators, with each state represented by two senators, serving six-year terms.

Conversely, the House of Representatives has 435 members, with representation based on each state's population, serving two-year terms. This structure ensures a balance of power and representation, allowing states with larger populations to have greater influence while maintaining equal representation for smaller states in the Senate.