Congress
Shifts in the new U.S. Congress [infographic]
The 117th U.S. Congress broke a number of records, with more women and minorities representing districts and states around the country.
What is an executive order?
Executive orders, issued to help the executive branch carry out its duties, have the force of law. They can be struck down by the courts or overwritten.
America’s most prestigious awards
Find out how the Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom were established and who may receive them.
From civil rights activist to member of Congress: Remembering John Lewis
Civil rights hero John Lewis passed away July 17, after battling cancer since December. Learn more about his life and legacy here.
To count everyone, U.S. census is in many languages
The United States' 2020 census is being offered in numerous languages other than English. See how the Census Bureau is ensuring everyone is counted.
Trump’s 2021 pro-growth budget proposal
Learn about President Trump's 2021 budget, which, if enacted, would continue the United States on a path of economic growth.
Federal government: More than the White House and Congress
Learn more about the federal government in the United States. This article is part of a three-part series on how federalism works in America.
Meet the guests for the State of the Union address
The 11 people invited to President Trump's third State of the Union address include a 2-year-old survivor, an Army veteran and a Border Patrol official.
Get to know the 116th Congress
In four graphics, we take a look at the 116th Congress, including the historic number of women, as well as a bit about their backgrounds.