A Capitol Hill figure is someone who works in the United States Congress, either as a SENATOR or a Representative. A SENATOR is a member of the Senate, which is one of the two chambers of the United States Congress. Senators are elected by the people of their state and serve for six-year terms. A Representative, also known as a Congressman or Congresswoman, is a member of the House of Representatives, the other chamber of the United States Congress. Representatives are elected by the people of their district and serve for two-year terms.