What party did Alexander Porter belong to?

Alexander Porter was a member of the Anti-Jacksonian party and represented the state of Louisiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did Alexander Porter serve in the U.S. Senate?

Alexander Porter served in the U.S. Senate from December 19, 1833 to January 5, 1837, representing Louisiana.

When did Alexander Porter die?

Alexander Porter died on January 13, 1844.

Historical Profile

Alexander Porter is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Anti-Jacksonian Inactive

Alexander Porter

Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana

Biography

Alexander Porter (died 1844) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from December 1833 to January 1837, during the 23rd–24th Congresses. Porter served as an Anti-Jacksonian. Porter died on January 13, 1844.

Key Information

Full Name: Alexander Porter
Died: January 13, 1844
Term Started: December 19, 1833
Term Ended: January 5, 1837

Service History

Dec 19, 1833 – Jan 5, 1837 23rd–24th Congresses Anti-Jacksonian Louisiana

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Louisiana

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Porter's service:

George Waggaman (LA) 1833–1835
Henry Johnson (LA) 1834–1837
Robert Nicholas (LA) 1836–1837