Historical Profile
James Hughes is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
James Hughes
Former U.S. Senator for Delaware
Biography
James Hughes (died 1953) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from January 1937 to January 1943, during the 75th–77th Congresses. Hughes served as a Democrat. Hughes died on August 29, 1953.
Key Information
- Full Name: James Hurd Hughes
- Died: August 29, 1953
- Term Started: January 3, 1937
- Term Ended: January 2, 1943
Service History
- Jan 3, 1937 – Jan 2, 1943 75th–77th Congresses Democrat Delaware
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 Delaware
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Hughes's service:
- John Townsend, Jr. (DE) 1937–1941
- James Tunnell (DE) 1941–1943