What party did Daniel Norton belong to?

Daniel Norton was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Minnesota in the U.S. Senate.

When did Daniel Norton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Daniel Norton served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1865 to July 14, 1870, representing Minnesota.

When did Daniel Norton die?

Daniel Norton died on July 13, 1870.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Daniel Norton

Former U.S. Senator for Minnesota

Biography

Daniel Norton (died 1870) was an American politician who represented Minnesota in the United States Senate from March 1865 to July 1870, during the 39th–41st Congresses. Norton served as a Republican. Norton died in office on July 13, 1870.

Key Information

Full Name: Daniel Sheldon Norton
Died: July 13, 1870
Term Started: March 4, 1865
Term Ended: July 14, 1870

Service History

Mar 4, 1865 – Jul 14, 1870 39th–41st Congresses Republican Minnesota

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 Minnesota

Tina Smith

Democrat
Amy Klobuchar

Democrat

Served With

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

Alexander Ramsey (MN) 1865–1870