Fifty-Seventh Congress
The Fifty-Seventh Congress of the United States convened from March 4, 1901, to March 4, 1903. It consisted of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with a total of 61 senators and 357 representatives. This Congress was notable for addressing issues related to the aftermath of the Spanish-American War and the expansion of American influence overseas.
During this period, significant legislation was passed, including the Platt Amendment, which defined the terms of U.S. intervention in Cuba. The Congress also dealt with economic matters, such as tariffs and the regulation of railroads, reflecting the growing industrialization of the nation.