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What does Congress actually do?
The US Congress, made up of the House and Senate, is responsible for creating and passing federal laws. If Democrats gain control of both chambers, as the story suggests they might, they could pass legislation that aligns with their party's agenda more easily, potentially reversing some of President Trump's policies.
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