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Congressional gridlock

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A slowdown or stalemate in Congress’s ability to make policy, often resulting from disagreement or the need for broader agreement.

AP course connection

Topic 2.3: 2.3 Congressional Behavior

Unit 2

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