The 93rd Congress of the United States convened from January 3, 1973, to January 3, 1975. It consisted of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with a total of 535 voting members. The Congress was notable for its significant legislative actions, including the passage of the War Powers Act and the Endangered Species Act. During this period, the Democratic Party held a majority in both chambers. The Congress faced various challenges, including the ongoing effects of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974.