What party did John Ensign belong to?

John Ensign was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Nevada in the U.S. Senate.

When did John Ensign serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Ensign served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 2001 to May 3, 2011, representing Nevada.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

John Ensign

Former U.S. Senator for Nevada

Biography

John Ensign was an American politician who represented Nevada in the United States Senate from January 2001 to May 2011, during the 107th–112th Congresses. Ensign served as a Republican.

Key Information

Full Name: John Eric Ensign
Term Started: January 3, 2001
Term Ended: May 3, 2011

Service History

Jan 3, 2001 – May 3, 2011 107th–112th 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

Catherine Cortez Masto

Democrat
Jacky Rosen

Democrat

Served With

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

Harry Reid (NV) 2001–2011