A senator is an elected official who represents a specific geographic area, usually a state, in the United States Senate.
Related terms
Representative: A representative is an elected official who represents a specific district within a state in the United States House of Representatives.
Congress: The Congress is made up of two houses - the Senate and the House of Representatives - where senators and representatives come together to make laws and represent their constituents.
Legislation: Legislation refers to proposed or enacted laws created by members of Congress, including senators.