HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 | History Defined

In today's Congress, three seats can decide everything.

Unlike the large majorities of the past, today’s congressional control often hinges on only a few seats changing hands.

USAFacts · Jul 29

The Supreme Court has had 116 justices. Here's who put them there.

An analysis of Supreme Court confirmations across US history shows how the power to shape the court has been distributed among presidents.

USAFacts · Jul 9

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) definition

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) grants short-term legal status to eligible people from countries facing unsafe conditions that prevent a safe return home.

USAFacts · Jun 25

What does the Department of Education do?

Founded in 1980, the Department of Education primarily funds student financial aid and K-12 programs.

USAFacts · Nov 14, 2024

How many voters cast ballots early and by mail?

Early and mail-in ballots accounted for nearly half of all votes in 2022.

USAFacts · Nov 5, 2024

Are groceries more expensive than last year?

Grocery store food prices increased 1.3% from September 2023 to September 2024, and increased 11% from 2021 to 2022 – the largest annual increase in 40 years.

USAFacts · Nov 1, 2024

Are groceries more expensive than last year?

Grocery store food prices increased 1.3% from September 2023 to September 2024, and increased 11% from 2021 to 2022 – the largest annual increase in 40 years.

USAFacts · Nov 1, 2024

How red or blue is your state?

In the last nine elections, 43 states voted for the same party seven times or more.

USAFacts · Oct 15, 2024

How far into pregnancy do most abortions happen?

Nearly 94% of reported abortions happen before two and a half months of pregnancy.

USAFacts · Oct 3, 2024

How many voters have a party affiliation?

Of registered voters, 47% have declared a party affiliation. As of September 2024, 36 million voters are registered Republicans and 45.1 million are registered Democrats.

USAFacts · Sep 30, 2024