- President Pro Tempore of the Senate: Presides over the Senate in the absence of the Vice President; typically the most senior member of the majority party.
- Speaker of the House: Presides over the House of Representatives; second in line to the presidency; controls the legislative agenda and committee assignments.
- Majority Leader: Schedules legislation for floor consideration; coordinates with party members to advance legislative priorities.
- Minority Leader: Leads the opposition party; develops alternative policies and strategies; negotiates with the majority party.
- Whips: Assist party leaders by counting votes, ensuring party discipline, and communicating leadership’s positions to members.
- Committee Chairs: Lead committees that review, amend, and recommend legislation; control which bills are considered and how they are shaped.
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