Has there ever been a Republican controlled House and Senate?

The 2014 elections gave the Republicans control of the Senate and the House for the first time since the 109th Congress.

Who is the majority leader of the Senate 2020?

Majority and Minority Leaders

Does the US have a divided government?

Early in the 20th century, divided government was rare in the United States, but since the 1970s it has become increasingly common. Divided governments are contrasted by government trifectas—a different situation in which the same party controls both the executive and legislative branches.

Who assists the president in running the government?

The executive branch of our Government is in charge of making sure that the laws of the United States are obeyed. The President of the United States is the head of the executive branch. The President gets help from the Vice President, department heads (called Cabinet members), and heads of independent agencies.

Who controlled Congress 2004?

The 2004 elections increased the House Republican majority, kept the Senate closely divided, and re-elected President George W.

Who is Congress led by?

Who is minority whip?

With the Democrats holding a majority of seats and the Republicans holding a minority, the current leaders are Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, Majority Whip Jim Clyburn, Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Minority Whip Steve Scalise.