Largest Congressional Black Caucus: The 116th Congress has the largest Congressional Black Caucus yet, after 55 members were ceremonially sworn in on the morning of Jan. 3, ahead of the official U.S. House of Representatives swearing-in ceremony. This is the first time in the caucus’ 48-year history that it has had more than 50 members, according to CBC chair Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif. The caucus includes elected officials from both the House and Senate. (Congressional Black Caucus)
