United States Congress
Some of the key events about United States Congress
- 1789Established the federal government structure and passed the Bill of Rights
- 1798Passed the Alien and Sedition Acts, restricting free speech and press freedoms
- 1820Enacted the Missouri Compromise, perpetuating slavery in new states
- 1830Passed the Indian Removal Act, forcibly relocating Native American tribes
- 1850Enacted the Fugitive Slave Act, requiring the return of escaped slaves to their owners
- 1862Passed the Homestead Act, providing free land to settlers in the American West
- 1865Ratified the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery in the United States
- 1917Passed the Espionage Act, limiting free speech during wartime
- 1920Ratified the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote
- 1935Passed the Social Security Act, creating a system of old-age pensions
- 1942Authorized the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II
- 1950Passed the McCarran Internal Security Act, requiring communist organizations to register with the government
- 1964Passed the Civil Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
- 1964Passed the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, escalating U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War
- 1965Enacted Medicare and Medicaid, providing health coverage for elderly and low-income Americans
- 1969Passed legislation to fund the Apollo program, leading to the first moon landing
- 1990Passed the Americans with Disabilities Act, prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities
- 1996Enacted the Defense of Marriage Act, defining marriage as between one man and one woman
- 2001Passed the USA PATRIOT Act, expanding government surveillance powers
- 2010Passed the Affordable Care Act, expanding access to health insurance for millions of Americans
Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.
United States Congress Latest news
Trump's new power grab: What happens when one party controls it all
Trump's golden chance: Why 2025 could change American politics forever
Secret Service boss tells Congress how they fixed Trump protection after July attack
Inside look: How US power really works between White House and Capitol Hill
Next US president's path to White House: Key dates you need to know
Trump's power move: New plans for White House control raise eyebrows
House speaker sets new bathroom rules before historic Congress member arrival
Trump's new energy pick opens door to biggest power grid shake-up in decades
Trump's new border chief promises biggest-ever deportation plan in US history
White House asks Congress for massive hurricane relief package before transition
US Congress ready to fix mineral supply problem with 5 game-changing solutions
Democratic party faces critical choices after recent election setbacks
Trump's win makes crypto world ready for big changes in Washington
Republican control of Congress opens doors for dramatic policy shifts next year
GOP lawmakers prepare for big changes after election success
Former president breaks decades-old White House traditions - here's what changed
Congress moves forward with Trump's bold federal restructuring plan
Trump picks combat veteran for key White House security role
White House meeting: Biden prepares to hand over keys to Trump next week
US elections: Republicans take Senate while House control hangs in balance
Historic US aid package for Ukraine faces critical deadline before power shift
Historic aid package to Ukraine faces critical deadline as US political landscape shifts
How tiny voter groups now decide America's biggest political races
Delaware picks first-ever trans Congress member in groundbreaking election
Michigan's open House seats draw massive attention in crucial political battle
Congressional race heats up: Both chambers hang by thread in upcoming vote
Colorado House race becomes key battleground for Latino voter influence
Wisconsin Senate showdown: Millionaire challenger takes on veteran lawmaker
Pennsylvania officials deal with thousands of questioned mail ballots before election
Presidential rivals show completely different views on economy and immigration
Trump's new power grab: What happens when one party controls it all
In early-2025 **Donald Trump** might get something rare in US politics - total control of Congress. Past presidents show its both a gift and a trap for making big changes
Trump's golden chance: Why 2025 could change American politics forever
With Republicans controlling both chambers of Congress next year Trump gets a rare political advantage. History shows that such moments of united government can lead to major changes in US policy
Secret Service boss tells Congress how they fixed Trump protection after July attack
Secret Service acting chief explains new security changes after summer shooting at Trump rally in Pennsylvania. During heated Congress meeting he took blame for protection failures
Inside look: How US power really works between White House and Capitol Hill
US government operates through complex interactions between elected officials in Washington. The system balances power between Congress‚ President and Supreme Court - each playing unique roles
Next US president's path to White House: Key dates you need to know
After winning against **Kamala Harris**‚ **Donald Trump** faces several formal steps before taking office. Electoral process includes strict deadlines and new rules to prevent certification issues
Trump's power move: New plans for White House control raise eyebrows
After winning recent election **President-elect** Trump hints at major changes to executive power structure. His plans align with detailed Heritage Foundation blueprint despite public distancing
House speaker sets new bathroom rules before historic Congress member arrival
New policy about single-sex facilities usage in Capitol buildings announced by House leadership. Rule comes months before first-ever transgender Congress member takes office
Trump's new energy pick opens door to biggest power grid shake-up in decades
After picking Liberty Energyʼs boss as energy secretary Trump faces unique power-grid problems. Rising costs and tech-driven demand create pressure to rebuild Americas aging electrical system
Trump's new border chief promises biggest-ever deportation plan in US history
US plans major shift in immigration policy with mass-deportation program starting next year. New administration picks tough-minded officials to lead unprecedented removal efforts of unauthorized residents
White House asks Congress for massive hurricane relief package before transition
Federal government seeks emergency funds after devastating hurricanes hit US regions. Biden reaches out to House leadership as administration prepares for upcoming political transition
US Congress ready to fix mineral supply problem with 5 game-changing solutions
Both political parties in Congress agree on fixing US mineral supply chains. A set of five non-standard solutions could help reduce foreign dependency and boost domestic mineral production
Democratic party faces critical choices after recent election setbacks
After recent electoral defeats‚ Democratic party deals with internal disagreements between different groups. Party needs quick answers about its direction while preparing for next elections in 2026
Trump's win makes crypto world ready for big changes in Washington
After Trumpʼs win crypto-companies prepare for major policy shifts in Washington. Bitcoin hits 90k while industry leaders push for new rules and better bank relationships
Republican control of Congress opens doors for dramatic policy shifts next year
Republicans secured control of both congressional chambers for next year creating path for major tax-policy changes. Current divided government faces tight deadlines for funding and debt decisions before years end
GOP lawmakers prepare for big changes after election success
Republican party members head to Capitol Hill with new confidence after recent victories. Theyʼre getting ready to take control and reshape current administrationʼs policies
Former president breaks decades-old White House traditions - here's what changed
Traditional ways of US presidential leadership faced unexpected changes in recent years. Previous unwritten rules and customs of White House behavior dont work like they used to anymore
Congress moves forward with Trump's bold federal restructuring plan
Post-election Washington sees major shifts as Congress prepares for Trumpʼs next term. Republican-led chambers get ready to implement wide-ranging changes in federal structure and regulations
Trump picks combat veteran for key White House security role
Inside sources tell about Trumpʼs choice of Florida congressman for national-security position. **Mike Waltz**‚ an ex-Special Forces officer has been vocal about global policy-making issues
White House meeting: Biden prepares to hand over keys to Trump next week
After Trumpʼs win in last weeks election Biden plans a crucial face-to-face talk about global issues. The meeting will focus on power transfer and key world problems including Ukraine support
US elections: Republicans take Senate while House control hangs in balance
Republicans secured Senate control through wins in three key states‚ while House majority remains uncertain. Historic wins include first transgender Congress member and unprecedented Black women representation in Senate
Historic US aid package for Ukraine faces critical deadline before power shift
US lawmakers face urgent task to secure massive military aid for Ukraine before potential policy changes in early-2025. New proposal suggests direct weapons-buying program similar to WW2-era support
Historic aid package to Ukraine faces critical deadline as US political landscape shifts
US lawmakers have limited time to secure massive military support for Ukraine before potential policy changes. New funding proposal aims to boost weapon purchases while creating jobs in American factories
How tiny voter groups now decide America's biggest political races
Modern U. S elections dont follow the old pattern of clear-cut victories anymore. Todayʼs races are won by razor-thin margins in just a few key states‚ making every single vote more important than ever
Delaware picks first-ever trans Congress member in groundbreaking election
Delaware voters chose **Sarah McBride** for their House seat making an unprecedented step in US political history. Her win opens new chapter in Congress representation despite challenging political climate
Michigan's open House seats draw massive attention in crucial political battle
Central Michiganʼs political map is changing as four House seats become key battlegrounds. Two open seats (previously held by democrats) are now drawing big money and national interest
Congressional race heats up: Both chambers hang by thread in upcoming vote
Next weeks election could reshape Congress with both chambers up-for-grabs. Republicans eye Senate control while Democrats aim to flip House‚ but razor-thin margins mean every vote counts
Colorado House race becomes key battleground for Latino voter influence
A tight race in Colorados newly-formed 8th District puts Latino voters in spotlight. The contest between incumbent and challenger could shift House control with districts large Hispanic population
Wisconsin Senate showdown: Millionaire challenger takes on veteran lawmaker
A high-stakes battle for Wisconsinʼs Senate seat heats up as businessman Eric Hovde challenges incumbent Tammy Baldwin. The race could reshape Senate control with Democrats protecting their slim majority
Pennsylvania officials deal with thousands of questioned mail ballots before election
More than 4000 mail ballot requests in Pennsylvania face strict review over voter eligibility. Election staff works through two main groups of challenged voters - those who moved and Americans living abroad
Presidential rivals show completely different views on economy and immigration
Two main political figures present opposing solutions for US border security and economic issues. Their plans differ in approaches to immigration control taxes and consumer protection