The 53rd Congress of the United States convened from December 4, 1893, to March 4, 1895. It was a session of the U.S. Congress that included the House of Representatives and the Senate. During this period, the Democratic Party held the presidency under Grover Cleveland, who was in his second non-consecutive term. Key issues addressed during the 53rd Congress included economic challenges, such as the Panic of 1893, and debates over tariffs and currency. The Congress also dealt with matters related to Native American affairs and the expansion of the U.S. Navy.