What party did Augustus Porter belong to?

Augustus Porter was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Michigan in the U.S. Senate.

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

Augustus Porter served in the U.S. Senate from January 20, 1840 to March 3, 1845, representing Michigan.

When did Augustus Porter die?

Augustus Porter died on September 18, 1872.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Augustus Porter

Former U.S. Senator for Michigan

Biography

Augustus Porter (died 1872) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate from January 1840 to March 1845, during the 26th–28th Congresses. Porter served as a Whig. Porter died on September 18, 1872.

Key Information

Full Name: Augustus Seymour Porter
Died: September 18, 1872
Term Started: January 20, 1840
Term Ended: March 3, 1845

Service History

Jan 20, 1840 – Mar 3, 1845 26th–28th Congresses Whig Michigan

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 Michigan

Gary Peters

Democrat
Elissa Slotkin

Democrat

Served With

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

John Norvell (MI) 1840–1841
William Woodbridge (MI) 1841–1845