What party did James McDougall belong to?

James McDougall was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of California in the U.S. Senate.

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

James McDougall served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1861 to March 3, 1867, representing California.

When did James McDougall die?

James McDougall died on September 3, 1867.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

James McDougall

Former U.S. Senator for California

Biography

James McDougall (died 1867) was an American politician who represented California in the United States Senate from March 1861 to March 1867, during the 37th–39th Congresses. McDougall served as a Democrat. McDougall died on September 3, 1867.

Key Information

Full Name: James Alexander McDougall
Died: September 3, 1867
Term Started: March 4, 1861
Term Ended: March 3, 1867

Service History

Mar 4, 1861 – Mar 3, 1867 37th–39th 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

Alex Padilla

Democrat
Adam Schiff

Democrat

Served With

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

Milton Latham (CA) 1861–1863
John Conness (CA) 1863–1867