All 128 questions · American Government / B: System of Government
2025 Civics Test · Question 22 of 128
How long is a term for a U.S. senator?
En español: ¿Cuánto dura el mandato de un senador de los EE. UU.? — ver en español
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Accepted answers (USCIS M-1778)
- Six (6) years
Why this is the answerSenators serve the longest term in Congress on purpose — it keeps them a step removed from the mood of the moment. House 2 years, President 4, Senate 6: the further from the voters, the longer the term.
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