Historical Profile
James Nye is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Republican
Inactive
James Nye
Former U.S. Senator for Nevada
Biography
James Nye (died 1876) was an American politician who represented Nevada in the United States Senate from January 1864 to March 1873, during the 38th–42nd Congresses. Nye served as a Republican. Nye died on December 25, 1876.
Key Information
- Full Name: James Warren Nye
- Died: December 25, 1876
- Term Started: March 4, 1867
- Term Ended: March 3, 1873
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Jan 1, 1864 – Mar 4, 1867 38th–39th Congresses Republican Nevada
- Mar 4, 1867 – Mar 3, 1873 40th–42nd Congresses Republican Nevada
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 Nevada
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Nye's service:
- William Stewart (NV) 1864–1873