What party did David Baker belong to?

David Baker was a member of the Jacksonian party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did David Baker serve in the U.S. Senate?

David Baker served in the U.S. Senate from November 12, 1830 to December 11, 1830, representing Illinois.

When did David Baker die?

David Baker died on August 6, 1869.

Historical Profile

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

Jacksonian Inactive

David Baker

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

David Baker (died 1869) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from January 1830 to March 1831, during the 21st Congress. Baker served as a Jacksonian. Baker died on August 6, 1869.

Key Information

Full Name: David Jewett Baker
Died: August 6, 1869
Term Started: January 1, 1830
Term Ended: March 3, 1831
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Jan 1, 1830 – Mar 3, 1831 21st Congress Jacksonian 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 Baker's service:

Elias Kane (IL) 1830–1831
John McLean (IL) 1830–1831
John Robinson (IL) 1830–1831