As the u. s. moved toward civil war, the republican party grew out of question options: the federalist party. the anti-federalist party.(incorrect) the jeffersonians. a grouping of former whigs and antislavery democrats.

during the 20th century, the role of the vice president has evolved into more of an executive branch position. now, the vice president is usually seen as an integral part of a president's administration and presides over the senate only on ceremonial occasions or when a tie-breaking vote may be needed.