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The United States Congress or U.S. Congress is the bicameral legislature of the federal government of the United States and consists of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. The Congress meets in the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. Both senators and representatives are chosen through direct election, though vacancies in the Senate may be filled by a governor's appointment. Congress has 535 voting members: 100 senators and 435 representatives, the latter defined by the Reapportionment Act of 1929. In addition, the House of Representatives has six non-voting members, bringing the total membership of the US Congress to 541 or fewer in the case of vacancies.

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Assam CM Sonowal pays last respects to Tarun Gogoi in Guwahati Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal paid last respects to Tarun Gogoi, who passed away on November 23 at GMCH hospital in Guwahati. Former Assam CM Tarun Gogoi passed away at age of 86. Veteran.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:10Published 3 days ago

Need to spread love, not fear: KTS Tulsi on 'Love-Jihad' law Speaking on the 'Love-Jihad' law, Congress leader KTS Tulsi on November 23 said love is a religion and we need to spread love, not fear. He said, "Love is a religion. Those in love don't care, they.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:46Published 3 days ago

Guatemala: Hundreds of protesters storm Congress building Protesters and police have clashed in Guatemala's capital after hundreds stormed the Congress building and set it on fire. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:32Published 3 days ago

‘To revive Congress…’: Ghulam Nabi Azad on elections within party, leadership Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday categorically denied that there is rebellion in the party. Azad, however, added that some leaders are looking for reforms, which will ultimately help in.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 05:05Published 4 days ago

Congress is on its lowest in last 72 years: GN Azad Congress' GN Azad on Nov 22 commented on party's performance. He said, "Congress is on its lowest in the last 72 years. Congress does not have even the post of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha during.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:50Published 4 days ago

BJP going to repeat Dubbaka bypoll win in Hyderabad: Prakash Javadekar Ahead Hyderabad local body elections, which are going to be held on December 01, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Minister, Prakash Javadekar on November 22 said what happened in Dubbaka.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:31Published 4 days ago

'Congress has double standards on Gupkar Alliance': Manohar Lal Khattar Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar hit out at the Gupkar alliance in Jammu and Kashmir. Haryana CM also accused Congress of siding with those talking in 'anti-national language'. Khattar slammed Cong for.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 02:30Published 4 days ago

Guatemala protesters torch Congress as simmering anger boils over A contentious budget bill pushed thousands into the streets to demand an end to corruption, among other grievances. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:32Published 4 days ago

Watch: Amit Shah challenges DMK, Cong for debate over development in Tamil Nadu Union Home Minister Amit Shah challenged DMK and Congress for debate over development in Tamil Nadu. Shah said that the schemes and funds provided to the state by the Modi govt are not meant for help.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 02:11Published 4 days ago

Congress has double standards on Gupkar Alliance: CM Manohar Lal Khattar Chief Minister of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, said that leaders of Congress are adopting double standards on an alliance with People's Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD) for District Development.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:32Published 4 days ago

Amit Shah challenges DMK, Congress for debate over development in Tamil Nadu After inaugurating various development projects in Tamil Nadu, Home Minister Amit Shah on November 21 said that the party is ready to debate with Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Congress over.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:07Published 5 days ago

Congress has few days left in D.C. this year and it could mean higher bills for you come January Student loan and eviction protections, as well as unemployment benefits, are among the host of pandemic related government programs set to end by the end of the year unless Congress acts. Credit: ABC Action News Duration: 01:56Published 5 days ago

'Congress has no mai-baap': Arvind Kejriwal's jibe after Bihar polls #HTLS2020 Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi and Aam Aadmi Party chief, targeted the Indian National Congress party in the aftermath of the Bihar Assembly election results. He was speaking at the 18th.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 02:43Published 5 days ago

12 Million People Will Lose Jobless Benefits the Day After Christmas, Study Says The study, published by the Century Foundation think tank, says millions of Americans' benefits will expire during the holidays if Congress does nothing. Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 00:51Published 6 days ago

Chief Of Staff Meadows: Shutdown May Be Unavoidable White House Chief os Staff Meadows said Wednesday he "can't guarantee" the federal government will avoid a shutdown in December. Both parties are still negotiating and attempting to bridge policy.. Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:30Published 1 week ago

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