Welcome to the 119th Congress
Briefly

The political landscape in Washington, D.C., has transformed following the 2024 elections, with the Republican Party gaining control of the presidency, Senate, and House. This marks a significant shift in governance. Notably, the election saw a former president, Donald Trump, return for a nonconsecutive term, reminiscent of Grover Cleveland's past. The Trump administration is poised to move quickly in staffing and executing its agenda, aided by a recent Supreme Court decision enhancing presidential immunity. Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House and have elected Sen. John Thune as the new Senate majority leader.
The Republican Party now controls all three branches of the U.S. government, marking a pivotal shift in governance and policy direction.
The 2024 election marked only the second time in U.S. history that a former president returned for a nonconsecutive term.
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