Historical Profile
George Hearst is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
George Hearst
Former U.S. Senator for California
Biography
George Hearst (died 1891) was an American politician who represented California in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1886 and 1891, between the 49th and 51st Congresses. Hearst served as a Democrat. Hearst died in office on February 28, 1891.
Key Information
- Full Name: George Hearst
- Died: February 28, 1891
- Term Started: March 4, 1887
- Term Ended: February 28, 1891
Service History
- Mar 23, 1886 – Aug 4, 1886 49th Congress Democrat California
- Mar 4, 1887 – Feb 28, 1891 50th–51st Congresses Democrat California
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 California
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Hearst's service:
- Leland Stanford (CA) 1886, 1887–1891