Alternate Timelines

Scenarios about 'us congress'

The bicameral legislative branch of the United States federal government, consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives. Established by Article I of the U.S. Constitution, Congress holds powers including lawmaking, budget approval, declaration of war, and oversight of the executive branch. In alternate history scenarios, different congressional compositions or decisions can dramatically alter American policy trajectories, constitutional interpretations, and the nation's development.

What If The Affordable Care Act Never Passed?

Exploring the alternate timeline where the Affordable Care Act failed to become law in 2010, dramatically altering the American healthcare system, political landscape, and the lives of millions of Americans.

What If Washington DC Gained Statehood in the 1990s?

Exploring the alternate timeline where the District of Columbia achieved statehood during the Clinton administration, fundamentally altering the balance of power in American politics and setting new precedents for territorial representation.