What party did John Hunter belong to?

John Hunter was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Hunter served in the U.S. Senate from December 8, 1796 to November 26, 1798, representing South Carolina.

When did John Hunter die?

John Hunter died on January 1, 1802.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

John Hunter

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

John Hunter (died 1802) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from December 1796 to November 1798, during the 4th–5th Congresses. Hunter served as a Democratic-Republican. Hunter died on January 1, 1802.

Key Information

Full Name: John Hunter
Died: January 1, 1802
Term Started: December 8, 1796
Term Ended: November 26, 1798

Service History

Dec 8, 1796 – Nov 26, 1798 4th–5th Congresses Democratic-Republican South Carolina

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 South Carolina

Tim Scott

Republican
Lindsey Graham

Republican

Served With

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

Jacob Read (SC) 1796–1798