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What is the Federal Reserve?

America Explained, Government Explained

Born from a series of financial crises in the 20th century, the Federal Reserve, or Fed, controls monetary policy in the United States to ensure economic growth through maximum employment and fair...

What is the Department of Homeland Security?

America Explained, Government Explained

Established in 2002, the Department of Homeland Security might be the youngest of all the federal government’s departments, but its work to safeguard “the American people, our homeland, and our values” couldn’t be more...

What is NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)?

Government Explained

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, aka NASA, has been at the forefront of science, technology, and space exploration since 1958. Its work remains an inspiration to millions of people around the...

What is the Department of Transportation?

America Explained, Government Explained

The Department of Transportation ensures the equitable and safe transport of goods and people along our roads, railways, skies, waterways and airspace. So, why did it take so long to come into...

What is the Department of the Interior?

America Explained, Government Explained

Many government departments have a focused mission, but the Department of the Interior is known as the “Department of Everything Else.” So what are its responsibilities and how does it keep our country in...
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