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The Senate consists of 100 members, appointed by each state. Each state, regardless of population, appoints two senators. Check out the video below for greater comparison of the house and senate.

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The Bicameral Congress: Crash Course Government and Politics #2

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The House as it is informally known, consists of 435 members. These members are chosen by the people of each state, in proportion to the population of that state.

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Also known as congress, this branch is responsible for making laws. It is divided into two parts: the house of representatives and the senate. What unique powers does this branch have? How is it balanced by the other branches?

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What Is the Legislative Branch of the U.S. Government? | History

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This is the lowest group of federal courts. Using the resources above and elsewhere online, can you understand how these courts interact with each other and the other branches of government? How do federal courts interact with state courts?

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See the video below for a more detailed look at the court systems.

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Structure of the Court System: Crash Course Government and Politics #19

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This court consists of nine judges that are appointed by the President and approved by the Senate.

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This branch is responsible for evaluating and interpreting laws. What unique powers does this branch have? How is it balanced by the other branches?

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What Is the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government? | History

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Click the image to see the unique cabinet positions appointed by the President and approved by the senate.

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Mike Pence is our current Vice President.

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Trump is our current President and the 45th President of the U.S.

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In theory - each of the three branches of government should operate using a systems of "checks and balances," while also remaining accountable to the citizens and constitution above all else. As we continue to learn more about U.S. government, consider how these checks and balances operate throughout history.

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Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances: Crash Course Government and Politics #3

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This branch is responsible for carrying out laws. What unique powers does this branch have? How is it balanced by the other branches?

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What Is the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government? | History