How many members make up the U.S. Senate?

The U.S. Senate is composed of 100 members, with each state represented by two senators, regardless of its population size. This structure ensures equal representation of all states in the Senate, which is one of the two chambers of Congress. The total number of 100 senators reflects the 50 states in the United States, maintaining a balance in legislative power among large and small states alike. This design is rooted in the Great Compromise of 1787 during the Constitutional Convention, which aimed to satisfy both populous and less populous states regarding their representation in the federal government.