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  1. The Legislative Branch – The White House

    Established by Article I of the Constitution, the Legislative Branch consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate, which together form the United States Congress.

  2. Branches of the U.S. government - USAGov

    Sep 22, 2025 · The Constitution of the United States divides the federal government into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. This ensures that no individual or group will have …

  3. Legislative Branch - Definition, Powers, Government - HISTORY

    Nov 17, 2017 · The legislative branch of the federal government, composed primarily of the U.S. Congress, is responsible for making the country’s laws.

  4. Article I - Legislative Branch | Constitution Center

    SECTION. 1. All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.

  5. The legislative branch | US government and civics | Khan Academy

    In this unit, you’ll explore how Congress writes laws, exercises its Constitutional powers, interacts with the other branches, and navigates political pressures in a complex and diverse democracy.

  6. Legislative Branch: Understanding Its Role and Powers | US Legal …

    The legislative branch is one of the three main components of a democratic government, alongside the executive and judicial branches. This branch is responsible for creating, …

  7. The Legislative Branch

    All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives. The remaining sections of Article I go …

  8. House vs. Senate: How Congress’s Two Chambers Shape American …

    Oct 1, 2025 · Article I, Section 1 of the United States Constitution establishes that “All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist …

  9. Congress of the United States - Encyclopedia Britannica

    1 day ago · Congress of the United States, the legislature of the United States of America, established under the Constitution of 1789 and separated structurally from the executive and …

  10. Legislative Branch Overview - United States Federal Government ...

    Jul 7, 2025 · The Legislative Branch of the United States Government is responsible for making and passing laws. The United States Congress, composed of two houses, the House and the …