What party did Charles Brooks belong to?

Charles Brooks was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Charles Brooks serve in the U.S. Senate?

Charles Brooks served in the U.S. Senate from November 22, 1940 to January 3, 1949, representing Illinois.

When did Charles Brooks die?

Charles Brooks died on January 14, 1957.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Charles Brooks

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Charles Brooks (died 1957) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from November 1940 to January 1949, during the 76th–80th Congresses. Brooks served as a Republican. Brooks died on January 14, 1957.

Key Information

Full Name: Charles Wayland Brooks
Died: January 14, 1957
Term Started: November 22, 1940
Term Ended: January 3, 1949

Service History

Nov 22, 1940 – Jan 3, 1949 76th–80th Congresses Republican Illinois

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 Illinois

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

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

Scott Lucas (IL) 1940–1949