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7th Congress (1801–1803)

Congressional Profile

Total Membership:

107 Representatives
2 Delegates

Party Divisions:^*

38 Federalists
68 Jeffersonian Republicans

^*Party division totals are based on election day results.

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About this object As a close ally of President Thomas Jefferson, Nathaniel Macon of North Carolina relied on the President’s support to win election as Speaker of House in the 7th Congress.

Congress Overview

Jeffersonian Republican majorities controlled the 7th Congress (1801–1803) and approved the treaty with France that ended the undeclared naval war. The Judiciary Act of 1801 and the Naturalization Act (part of the Alien and Sedition Acts) were repealed. When news arrived that France had acquired the Louisiana Territory, Congress authorized $2 million with which the President could purchase New Orleans. President Thomas Jefferson also began a new precedent of submitting the Annual Message to Congress in writing rather than delivering it in person.

Member Information

Biographical Directory of the U.S. Congress, (1774–2005), Official Annotated Membership Roster by State with Vacancy and Special Election Information for the 1st Congress. [PDF]
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