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Social media celebrated the 116th Congress, which includes a historic number of women, people of color, and LGBTQ people.
The 116th Congress convened Thursday -- and it is the most diverse in U.S. history.
Over 100 women, over 50 black members, 39 Hispanic members, 10 LGB people, two Native American women, and two Muslim women were among the senators and representatives sworn in.
This watershed moment was celebrated on Twitter, as it also means Democrats take control of the House of Representatives and can provide an important check on the power of the Trump administration. As many noted in their posts today, this diverse body represents "Trump's worst nightmare."
See a sampling from the swearings-in and celebrations below.
\u201cIt's a new day in America.\n#116thCongress #Ilhan\u201d— Ilhan Omar (@Ilhan Omar) 1546526750
\u201cThis is the new pin for Members of the House of Representatives in the #116thCongress. \n\nIt has sharp, serrated edges. That seems appropriate.\u201d— Ted Lieu (@Ted Lieu) 1546533818
\u201cHistory in the making today, with a record number of women and the most diverse group of representatives ever being sworn in. Excited to see fresh voices and new energy. #116thCongress https://t.co/Ehm22AmlGC\u201d— Governor Kate Brown (@Governor Kate Brown) 1546531174
\u201cSo proud to represent you, #KS03.\u201d— Sharice Davids (@Sharice Davids) 1546440913
\u201c.@kyrstensinema sporting a pink ensemble today for her first day as a United States Senator\u201d— Elizabeth Landers (@Elizabeth Landers) 1546528830
\u201cIt\u2019s a new day for the U.S. Congress. Today, the most diverse U.S. House of Representatives in the history of our country will be sworn-in. \n\nAmerica and Congress will be better because of it. #RepresentationMatters #116thCongress\u201d— Mark Takano (@Mark Takano) 1546532537
\u201cToday\u2019s the day: ready to hit the ground running and deliver real results under a DEMOCRATIC House of Representatives! #DemsTakeTheHouse\u201d— David Cicilline (@David Cicilline) 1546525871
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