d) The Legislative Branch

Article I of the U.S. Constitution establishes the Legislative Branch, outlining the structure, powers, and functions of Congress. This article defines the bicameral nature of Congress, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and lays out the process for lawmaking, the powers granted to Congress, and the limitations on those powers. Article I is the longest section of the Constitution, reflecting the Framers’ vision of Congress as the primary branch of government, with significant authority and responsibility in the federal system.