Makematic
Constitutional Compromise
In 1787, the United States government began a series of critical compromises that led to the creation of the U.S. Constitution, but also ensured African American enslavement for generations to come.
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The Early Legislative Branch
Established in 1787, the U.S. Congress created its constitutional foundation and developed legislative processes to enact laws that reflect America's evolving needs.
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William Jennings Bryan
Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan shaped early 20th-century U.S. politics with his advocacy for the common man and progressive policies.
Wonderscape
Filibuster Reform: A Debate for Change
This video discusses the ongoing debate over filibuster reform in the U.S. Senate. It explores how filibusters can block significant legislation, the concept of the Nuclear Option, and the challenges of bipartisan unity. Learn how the...
Wonderscape
Filibuster Cons: Challenges and Criticisms
This video examines the criticisms of filibustering in the U.S. Senate. It discusses how filibusters can lead to legislative gridlock, waste time and resources, and delay important reforms, especially in civil rights. Learn about key...
Wonderscape
Filibuster Pros: Why Some Support the Tactic
This video explores the arguments in favor of filibustering in the U.S. Senate. It highlights how filibusters can promote debate, protect minority party voices, encourage compromise, and provide necessary delays for significant...
Wonderscape
Kamala Harris’s Journey to the U.S. Senate: Fighting for Justice and Equality
This video follows Kamala Harris’s transition from Attorney General to U.S. Senator, where she championed immigration reform, criminal justice policy, and women’s rights. Known for her prosecutorial questioning and dedication to justice,...
Curated Video
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
The top ranking officer of the US federal judiciary, the Chief Justice presides over the US Supreme Court. But how did the role come into being and what are his or her roles and responsibilities?
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The Teapot Dome Scandal, Untold
The Teapot Dome Scandal in the 1920s stunned the American public by exposing the large-scale greed of some US politicians, and empowered Congress to launch investigations - reaffirming that no one is above the law.
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U.S. Territories
Those who take the U.S. Citizenship Test are expected to know how the five U.S. Territories became a part of the United States and what rights their residents have.
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Prudence: Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson's prudence in orchestrating the Louisiana Purchase, despite constitutional concerns, doubled the size of the U.S., securing its position on the global stage.
Hip Hughes History
The Connecticut Compromise and the Power of Small States in the U.S. Senate
HipHughes explains why the US Senate is controlled by small state Senators. HipHughes feeds you some poli-sci treats as he goes over some of the undemocratic mechanisms and its effects in the US Senate.
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Trump Aide’s Victory Lap In Senate After Big Bill Boost; Ted Cruz Shares ‘Beautiful Waitress Story’
Senator Ted Cruz took a victory lap after the U.S. Senate passed the 'No Tax on Tips' bill, a measure aimed at exempting service workers' tips from federal taxation. Celebrating the moment, Cruz shared a story involving former U.S....
Curated Video
U.S. Senate grills Ticketmaster over Taylor Swift presale fiasco
Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation Entertainment, appeared on Capitol Hill at a hearing into competition and consumer protections in the live entertainment industry, sparked by November's fiasco involving ticket sales for...
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Jackson explains sentencing decisions in child porn possession cases
While testifying at a U.S. Senate committee hearing in Washington, Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson explained her approach to sentencing in child porn possession cases.
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McKayla Maroney details 'predator' doctor’s abuse
Retired gymnast McKayla Maroney tells the U.S. Senate judiciary committee how gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar molested her shortly before she won a team gold medal at the 2012 London Games. (Saul Loeb/Associated Press Photo)
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Mitch McConnell congratulates Biden-Harris on their election victory
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has for the first time acknowledged Joe Biden as the winner of this year's U.S. presidential election. He congratulated president-elect Biden and vice-president-elect Kamala Harris on their...
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"Your airlines are horrible": Senators grill execs about junk fees
Members of a U.S. Senate subcommittee took aim at airline executives about fees for seats and checked bags.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins roster of controversial Trump cabinet picks
U.S. president-elect Donald Trump is nominating former Democrat Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his vaccine skepticism and other controversial stances, to lead the Dept. of Health and Human Services. Politico reporter Ursula Perano...
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What to expect in the first 100 days of Trump’s 2nd term
U.S. president-elect Donald Trump has announced an ambitious agenda for his first 100 days in office including mass deportations, an end to inflation, tough new trade tariffs, ‘historic’ tax cuts for workers and small businesses and...
Bloomberg
Rep. Stutzman on Dalio's Deficit Warning
US Representative Marlin Stutzman, an Indiana Republican, reacts to Ray Dalio warning House Republicans about the dangers of rising US deficits and urging them to cut the budget deficit to 3% of GDP. Rep. Stutzman speaks on "Balance of...
Bloomberg
Schumer Retreats on US Government Shutdown Threat
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer dropped his threat to block the Republican spending bill that will avoid a US government shutdown. Republicans likely need seven other Democrats to join Schumer in voting to pass the measure. Bill...
Bloomberg
Schumer Says Democrats to Block GOP Funding Bill
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer stated Wednesday that his party would block a Republican spending bill to avert a government shutdown on Saturday and urged the GOP instead to accept a Democratic plan to provide funding through...
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FBI Nominee Patel Pushes Back Against Jan. 6 Criticism
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation, testifies Thursday in a confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee.