How does the US Congress work?

The US Congress is the legislative branch of the federal government of the United States, and is composed of two chambers, the Senate and the House of Representatives. The primary function of Congress is to pass legislation that affects the lives of Americans, including bills related to taxes, healthcare, education, and national security, among others.

The Senate is composed of 100 Senators, two from each state, and is responsible for the confirmation of presidential nominations, including cabinet members and federal judges. The House of Representatives is composed of 435 voting members, apportioned to each state based on population, and is responsible for initiating revenue bills and impeachment proceedings.

Both chambers of Congress must pass a bill before it can be sent to the President for signature or veto. The President can veto a bill, but Congress can override a veto with a two-thirds vote in both chambers.

Congress also has oversight powers, meaning it can investigate the executive branch and ensure that laws are being implemented correctly. Members of Congress are elected to two-year terms in the House of Representatives and six-year terms in the Senate.