How many members are there in the Senate?

The Senate is composed of 100 members, with each of the 50 states in the United States represented by two senators. This structure is outlined in the U.S. Constitution, specifically in Article I, which establishes the legislative branch of the federal government. The equal representation of states in the Senate, regardless of their population size, was intended to balance the interests of smaller states with those of larger ones, ensuring that all states have an equal voice in this chamber of Congress. The other options reflect the total number of members in other legislative bodies; for example, the House of Representatives has 435 members, while some states have different numbers of legislators, but none contribute to the makeup of the U.S. Senate.