What's the matter with Congress?
Summary
The U.S. Congress was given many powers by the Constitution, but in recent years, it has lost much of its control to the president. Congress faces challenges like political fighting, election district manipulation, and pressure from President Donald Trump, which have made it hard to solve important problems.Key Facts
- Congress's powers come from Article I of the Constitution.
- Lawmakers have given up some of their authority to the president over time.
- Both political parties blame each other for Congress's problems.
- Issues like partisanship (strong loyalty to parties) make it hard for Congress to work.
- Gerrymandering, drawing election districts to favor one party, affects Congress’s effectiveness.
- President Donald Trump has pressured Congress to support his goals.
- Observers are unsure if Congress can overcome these problems soon.
- The current gridlock leaves many American problems unaddressed.
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