Historical Profile
Charles Potter is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Republican
Inactive
Charles Potter
Former U.S. Senator for Michigan
Biography
Charles Potter (died 1979) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate from November 1952 to January 1959, during the 82nd–85th Congresses. Potter served as a Republican. Potter died on November 23, 1979.
Key Information
- Full Name: Charles Edward Potter
- Died: November 23, 1979
- Term Started: November 5, 1952
- Term Ended: January 3, 1959
Service History
- Nov 5, 1952 – Jan 3, 1959 82nd–85th Congresses Republican 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
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Potter's service:
- Homer Ferguson (MI) 1952–1955
- Patrick McNamara (MI) 1955–1959