Meet the women of the 117th U.S. Congress (145 images)

A new record of 141 women -- and a record number of Black women -- have been sworn in to serve in the 117th session of the U.S. Congress. Many newcomers join congressional veterans in the Senate and House of Representatives from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Here's a look at who they are.

Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Ala., speaks alongside House Majority Whip James Clyburn, D-S.C., during a news conference to discuss the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act in Washington, D.C. She has served since in the House since 2011. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/UPI

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Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., speaks to reporters as she leaves the group photo for the new members of the 116th Congress in Washington, D.C. She has served in the House since 2019. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., has served in the House since 2019. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

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Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., holds her daughter during the opening session of the 116th Congress. She has served in the House in 2019 and is the first Democrat to serve her district since 1971 — and the first woman ever. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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