Question

What issue divided the first Congress as the nation launched the new government?

Answer 1

The role of the central government, it's scope and power over the individual states was a deeply divisive issue for the new Congress.

Step-by-step explanation:

Jefferson and Hamilton led very public debates over the role of government, which quickly led to the establishment of political parties and laid the foundation for America's two party system.

Answer 2

One of the main issues that divided the first Congress as the nation launched the new government was how to decide the issue of representation in Congress, since the larger states wanted it to be based on population, while the smaller states wanted it to be a set number.