What party did David Meriwether belong to?

David Meriwether was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

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

David Meriwether served in the U.S. Senate from July 6, 1852 to August 31, 1852, representing Kentucky.

When did David Meriwether die?

David Meriwether died on April 4, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

David Meriwether

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

David Meriwether (died 1893) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from July 1852 to August 1852, during the 32nd Congress. Meriwether served as a Democrat. Meriwether died on April 4, 1893.

Key Information

Full Name: David Meriwether
Died: April 4, 1893
Term Started: July 6, 1852
Term Ended: August 31, 1852

Service History

Jul 6, 1852 – Aug 31, 1852 32nd Congress Democrat Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

Joseph Underwood (KY) 1852