What party did James Jeffords belong to?

James Jeffords was a member of the Independent party and represented the state of Vermont in the U.S. Senate.

When did James Jeffords serve in the U.S. Senate?

James Jeffords served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1989 to January 3, 2007, representing Vermont.

When did James Jeffords die?

James Jeffords died on August 18, 2014.

Historical Profile

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

Independent Inactive

James Jeffords

Former U.S. Senator for Vermont

Voting & trading data current through July 23, 1996.

Biography

James Jeffords (died 2014) was an American politician who represented Vermont in the United States Senate from January 1989 to January 2007, during the 101st–109th Congresses. Jeffords served as an Independent. Jeffords died on August 18, 2014.

Key Information

Full Name: James Merrill Jeffords
Died: August 18, 2014
Term Started: January 3, 1989
Term Ended: January 3, 2007

Service History

Jan 3, 1989 – Jan 3, 2007 101st–109th Congresses Independent Vermont

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 Vermont

Served With

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

Patrick Leahy (VT) 1989–2007