A Day in Congress, 1940

This 1940 Castle Films newsreel captures a day in the U.S. Capitol, showcasing senators and representatives at work during the 76th Congress. In black-and-white with sound, it sweeps through bustling chambers, committee rooms, and Capitol corridors, spotlighting key figures of the era debating or drafting laws. From bill discussions to roll calls, it reveals the government’s gears turning, blending formal proceedings with candid moments—a pre-WWII snapshot of democracy in action amid looming global tensions.