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Welcome to the definitive resource for understanding the USA. From the framing of the Constitution to the innovations of Silicon Valley, we curate the most essential and surprising '''facts about the United States'''. Dive into the history, geography, and diverse culture that define the American experience.


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* '''November 30, 2025''' – Four people were killed and 10 wounded in a shooting during a family gathering at a banquet hall in Stockton, California, sheriff's officials said Saturday.
* '''November 29, 2025''' – A major winter storm spread through the Midwest and Great Lakes regions over the weekend with widespread heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions, according to the National Weather Service.
* '''November 28, 2025''' – Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez was sentenced to 45 years in prison after being convicted on drug trafficking and weapons charges in U.S. federal court.
* '''November 27, 2025''' – Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, of West Virginia, died after being shot while serving with the National Guard in Washington, D.C. Another Guard member, Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, was critically injured in the same incident.
* '''November 10, 2025''' – President Donald Trump announced a major trade deal with China that reduces certain tariffs and includes commitments from China to purchase U.S. agricultural products and halt fentanyl precursor flows.
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* The U.S. has '''50 states''' and several inhabited territories, including [[Puerto Rico]] and [[Guam]].
From Hollywood and Jazz to the NFL and NBA—discover the entertainment that captivates the world.
* [[Alaska]] is the largest state by land area; [[Rhode Island]] is the smallest.
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* [[Yellowstone National Park]] (est. 1872) is widely considered the '''first national park in the world'''.
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* Three presidents — [[John Adams]], [[Thomas Jefferson]], and [[James Monroe]] — all died on '''July 4th'''.
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'''Start your journey:''' [[Donald Trump]] • [[Bill of Rights]] • [[Declaration of Independence]] • [[American Culture]]
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'''Executive Branch'''
* [[Presidency of the United States|Presidency]]
* [[Vice President of the United States|Vice President]]
* [[Cabinet of the United States|Cabinet]]


'''Electoral System'''
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* [[Electoral College (United States)|Electoral College]]
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* [[Presidential line of succession]]
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* [[United States]]
* [[Federal Government of the United States]]
* [[History of the U.S.]]
* [[American Culture]]
* [[Economy of the United States]]
* [[United States Constitution]]
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* [[United States Constitution]]
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* [[Presidents of the United States]]
* [[United States Congress]]
* [[Supreme Court of the United States]]
* [[Bill of Rights]]
* [[Bill of Rights]]
* [[Elections in the United States]]
* [[Cabinet of the United States]]
* [[Political parties in the United States]]
* [[United States Armed Forces]]
* [[Donald Trump]]
* [[Joe Biden]]
* [[United States Senate]]
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* [[Declaration of Independence]]
* [[Declaration of Independence]]
 
* [[Gadsden Purchase]]
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* [[American Civil War]]
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* [[Slavery in the United States]]
* [[Pioneers and the Western Frontier]]
* [[Jazz and Rock and Roll]]
* [[Federal Holidays in the United States]]
* [[Thanksgiving]]
* [[Super Bowl]]
* [[Broadway theatre]]
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* [[George Washington]]
 
* [[Thomas Jefferson]]
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* [[Benjamin Franklin]]
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* [[Alexander Hamilton]]
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* [[John Adams]]
* '''Tax Extensions:''' The Act makes the 2017 tax cuts permanent (effective Dec 31, 2025).
* [[James Madison]]
* '''New Deductions:''' Introduces a '''$6,000 senior deduction''' and tax-free overtime/tips.
* [[John Jay]]
* '''Outlook:''' Projected to boost GDP but increase the national deficit by $3.4 trillion.
* [[Patrick Henry]]
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* [[New York City]]
* [[Los Angeles]]
* [[Chicago]]
* [[Houston]]
* [[Yellowstone National Park]]
* [[Grand Canyon National Park]]
* [[Yosemite National Park]]
* [[Rocky Mountains]]
* [[Great Lakes]]
* [[Death Valley]]
* [[Appalachian Mountains]]
* [[Everglades National Park]]
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* '''Flag Meaning:''' The colors Red, White, and Blue symbolize '''Valor, Purity, and Vigilance'''.
* '''Motto:''' The original motto was *E Pluribus Unum* ('Out of Many, One'), but the current official motto is '''In God We Trust'''.
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* [[Electoral College (United States)]]
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Latest revision as of 17:00, 4 February 2026

🇺🇸 Welcome to FactsAboutTheUnitedStates.com

From Sea to Shining Sea • The Land of Opportunity

Welcome to the definitive resource for understanding the USA. From the framing of the Constitution to the innovations of Silicon Valley, we curate the most essential and surprising facts about the United States. Dive into the history, geography, and diverse culture that define the American experience.

Explore everything our site has to offer:

🏛️ Government & History

Explore the 50 States, the Presidency, the Constitution, and the pivotal events that shaped the nation.

🏞️ Geography & Travel

Guides to the 63 National Parks, major landmarks like the Grand Canyon, and diverse regional climates.

🏈 Culture & Sports

From Hollywood and Jazz to the NFL and NBA—discover the entertainment that captivates the world.

🚀 Innovation & Economy

Data on the world's largest economy, tech giants, demographics, and American ingenuity.

🇺🇸 Start Here
🏛️ Government & Civics
📜 History & Culture
📊 United States at a Glance
Capital City: Washington, D.C.
Largest City: New York City
Population: ~336 Million
💰 U.S. Economic Focus: The OBBB Act
  • Tax Extensions: The Act makes the 2017 tax cuts permanent (effective Dec 31, 2025).
  • New Deductions: Introduces a $6,000 senior deduction and tax-free overtime/tips.
  • Outlook: Projected to boost GDP but increase the national deficit by $3.4 trillion.
🗺️ Geography & National Parks

💡 Fast Facts

  • Flag Meaning: The colors Red, White, and Blue symbolize Valor, Purity, and Vigilance.
  • Motto: The original motto was *E Pluribus Unum* ('Out of Many, One'), but the current official motto is In God We Trust.
🆕 Recently Added Articles

Tip: Use Search to find states, historical figures, cultural facts, and more.

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