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With Congress divided and President Obama struggling to regain his footing, tensions are certain to remain high when Congress reconvenes next year. The budget, energy and immigration are on the agenda, and they are all issues that will have an effect on the president’s reelection effort. Additionally, Republicans, back in charge of the lower chamber for the first time since 2006, will try to show they can govern effectively, while Democrats in the Senate will contend with a more formidable Republican minority.

See the members that will play a crucial role in the 112th Congress.