What party did John Hemphill belong to?

John Hemphill was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Texas in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Hemphill served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1859 to July 11, 1861, representing Texas.

When did John Hemphill die?

John Hemphill died on January 4, 1862.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Hemphill

Former U.S. Senator for Texas

Biography

John Hemphill (died 1862) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from March 1859 to July 1861, during the 36th–37th Congresses. Hemphill served as a Democrat. Hemphill died on January 4, 1862.

Key Information

Full Name: John Hemphill
Died: January 4, 1862
Term Started: March 4, 1859
Term Ended: July 11, 1861

Service History

Mar 4, 1859 – Jul 11, 1861 36th–37th Congresses Democrat Texas

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 Texas

John Cornyn

Republican
Ted Cruz

Republican

Served With

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

Matthias Ward (TX) 1859
Louis Wigfall (TX) 1859–1861