What party did Elmer Benson belong to?

Elmer Benson was a member of the Farmer-Labor party and represented the state of Minnesota in the U.S. Senate.

When did Elmer Benson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Elmer Benson served in the U.S. Senate from December 27, 1935 to November 3, 1936, representing Minnesota.

When did Elmer Benson die?

Elmer Benson died on March 13, 1985.

Historical Profile

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

Farmer-Labor Inactive

Elmer Benson

Former U.S. Senator for Minnesota

Biography

Elmer Benson (died 1985) was an American politician who represented Minnesota in the United States Senate from December 1935 to November 1936, during the 74th Congress. Benson served as a Farmer-Labor. Benson died on March 13, 1985.

Key Information

Full Name: Elmer Austin Benson
Died: March 13, 1985
Term Started: December 27, 1935
Term Ended: November 3, 1936

Service History

Dec 27, 1935 – Nov 3, 1936 74th Congress Farmer-Labor 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 Benson's service:

Henrik Shipstead (MN) 1935–1936