What party did John Rutherfurd belong to?

John Rutherfurd was a member of the Pro-Administration party and represented the state of New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Rutherfurd served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1791 to December 5, 1798, representing New Jersey.

When did John Rutherfurd die?

John Rutherfurd died on February 23, 1840.

Historical Profile

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

Pro-Administration Inactive

John Rutherfurd

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

John Rutherfurd (died 1840) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate from March 1791 to December 1798, during the 2nd–5th Congresses. Rutherfurd served as a Pro-Administration. Rutherfurd died on February 23, 1840.

Key Information

Full Name: John Rutherfurd
Died: February 23, 1840
Term Started: March 4, 1791
Term Ended: December 5, 1798

Service History

Mar 4, 1791 – Dec 5, 1798 2nd–5th Congresses Pro-Administration New Jersey

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 New Jersey

Served With

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

Philemon Dickinson (NJ) 1791–1793
Frederick Frelinghuysen (NJ) 1793–1796
Richard Stockton (NJ) 1796–1798