Federal Government

Nationally elected officials and links to browse Congress by state

Executive Branch

45th and 47th President of the United States. Took office January 20, 2025. Previously served as the 45th President from 2017 to 2021. Business executive before entering politics.

Vice President

Vance, JD

Republican

49th Vice President of the United States. Took office January 20, 2025. Previously served as U.S. Senator from Ohio (2023-2025). Author and venture capitalist before entering politics.

How the Federal Government Works

The U.S. federal government has three branches, each with distinct responsibilities:

Executive Branch — The President and Vice President enforce federal laws, command the military, and conduct foreign policy. The President serves a four-year term and can serve a maximum of two terms.
Legislative Branch (Congress) — The U.S. Senate (100 members, 2 per state, 6-year terms) and the U.S. House of Representatives (435 members, proportional to population, 2-year terms) write and pass federal laws.
Judicial Branch — The Supreme Court and federal courts interpret laws and determine their constitutionality. Justices are appointed, not elected.

Browse Congress by State

Select a state to see its U.S. Senators and Representatives, their campaign promises, and voting records.