The two parts of the federal government in the United States are the legislative branch and the executive branch.
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Legislative Branch: This is responsible for making laws and is composed of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives. Together, they form the United States Congress.
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Executive Branch: This is responsible for enforcing laws and is headed by the President of the United States. It also includes the Vice President, the Cabinet, and various federal agencies.
Additionally, there is a third part, the judicial branch, which interprets laws and is made up of the court system, including the Supreme Court. However, the primary distinction in your question was between the legislative and executive branches.
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