In a remarkable display of unity, Democrats in Congress have achieved significant legislative victories under the leadership of President Joe Biden, while Republicans grapple with internal divisions and the ongoing legal battles of former President Donald Trump.

On Tuesday, amidst the attention surrounding Trump's hush-money trial, the Senate successfully debated and passed a comprehensive national security package that had been the focal point of Capitol discussions for the past six months. The package, which included aid for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other elements, received an overwhelming vote of 79-18 and is now awaiting the president's signature.

Notably absent from the package was increased funding for border security, as Trump had instructed Republicans to reject it in order to maintain campaign rhetoric on the issue. Despite this setback, the passage of the national security package represents a significant win for President Biden and the Democratic Party.

However, within the GOP, internal divisions have escalated following months of turbulence in the House led by far-right extremists. Controversial figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene, known for her association with the QAnon conspiracy theory, have departed without successfully rallying support to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson.

Prominent Republicans, such as Senator Tom Tillis of North Carolina and Representative Tony Gonzales of Texas, openly criticized Greene and condemned the influence of extremists within their party. Even Trump, often seen as a key figure within the GOP, has distanced himself from Greene, continuing to support Speaker Johnson instead.

Amidst these internal struggles, President Biden's steady guidance and legislative acumen have allowed the Democrats to achieve impressive policy successes. Despite facing a highly polarized political landscape, the Biden administration has successfully passed significant legislation, including the American Rescue Plan that laid the groundwork for a positive economic recovery, an infrastructure bill, gun safety measures, and more. These accomplishments were made with slim majorities in both chambers of Congress.

Observers initially anticipated that the GOP's control of the House would hinder further progress for President Biden's agenda, particularly with Trump's influence and the presence of right-wing extremists. However, while House Republicans engaged in theatrics, such as investigations into the Biden family and exploiting immigration issues, Biden and the Democrats secured substantial legislative victories.

One of the most notable achievements was avoiding a costly debt limit/government shutdown, defying expectations. Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the White House brokered a spending deal, which ultimately sparked McCarthy's downfall due to his refusal to halt an ethics investigation into Representative Matt Gaetz of Florida.

McCarthy's successor, Speaker Mike Johnson, successfully preserved the spending agreement and prevented a government shutdown. Additionally, House Republicans recently passed an extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), with the support of the White House.

Despite the chaos and uncertainty, it is clear that the Biden administration's skillful navigation of legislative challenges has yielded substantial wins at minimal cost. Meanwhile, the Republican Party remains embroiled in internal strife while its leader, Donald Trump, finds himself entangled in ongoing legal battles.

As President Biden's poll numbers continue to rise, it is evident that his leadership, coupled with the Democrats' unity, has allowed them to overcome a dysfunctional Congress and achieve legislative successes. Moving forward, the Biden administration will likely continue to face challenges, but their adept handling of adversities thus far has demonstrated their ability to make progress despite the obstacles.