Rep Duncan D. Hunter (R-CA) gained notoriety for smoking a vape pen during a congressional hearing on regulating tobacco. He was subsequently convicted of campaign finance violations and resigned, before receiving a presidential pardon from President Trump
Learn about the factions and members of the first United States Congress
Map, visualize, and explore the passage of the USA PATRIOT Act in October 2001
On the final day of John Tyler's presidency, a broad coalition overrode his veto on a minor bill related to customs enforcement -- the first time congress ever overrode a presidential veto.
Explore current and historical political parties, map party control, and learn about polarization.
