What party did John Kenna belong to?

John Kenna was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of West Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Kenna served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1883 to January 11, 1893, representing West Virginia.

When did John Kenna die?

John Kenna died on January 11, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Kenna

Former U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Biography

John Kenna (died 1893) was an American politician who represented West Virginia in the United States Senate from March 1883 to January 1893, during the 48th–52nd Congresses. Kenna served as a Democrat. Kenna died in office on January 11, 1893.

Key Information

Full Name: John Edward Kenna
Died: January 11, 1893
Term Started: March 4, 1883
Term Ended: January 11, 1893

Service History

Mar 4, 1883 – Jan 11, 1893 48th–52nd Congresses Democrat West Virginia

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 West Virginia

Shelley Capito

Republican
Jim Justice

Republican

Served With

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

Johnson Camden (WV) 1883–1887