The Fifty-Third Congress of the United States convened from December 1893 to March 1895. It was a significant period marked by economic challenges, including the Panic of 1893, which led to a severe depression. The Congress was composed of the House of Representatives and the Senate, with key legislation addressing issues like tariffs and the monetary system. During this Congress, notable events included debates over the Wilson-Gorman Tariff Act and discussions about the Gold Standard versus Bimetallism. The Democratic Party, led by President Grover Cleveland, faced internal divisions, impacting their ability to pass legislation effectively.