Visualize the 117th Senate and its members, and compare it with past congresses
The House of Representatives voted 421-1 to authorize the use of military force against the perpetrators of the September 11th attacks
After emotional and excoriating testimony from comedian Jon Stewart, congress re-authorizes the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. Reps. Paul Gosar, Jody Hice, and Thomas Massie are among 12 who vote against the bill.
Explore current and historical political parties, map party control, and learn about polarization.
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