What party did Edward Leahy belong to?

Edward Leahy was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did Edward Leahy serve in the U.S. Senate?

Edward Leahy served in the U.S. Senate from August 24, 1949 to December 18, 1950, representing Rhode Island.

When did Edward Leahy die?

Edward Leahy died on July 22, 1953.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Edward Leahy

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

Edward Leahy (died 1953) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from August 1949 to December 1950, during the 81st Congress. Leahy served as a Democrat. Leahy died on July 22, 1953.

Key Information

Full Name: Edward Laurence Leahy
Died: July 22, 1953
Term Started: August 24, 1949
Term Ended: December 18, 1950

Service History

Aug 24, 1949 – Dec 18, 1950 81st Congress Democrat Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Jack Reed

Democrat
Sheldon Whitehouse

Democrat

Served With

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

Theodore Green (RI) 1949–1950