What party did John Tunney belong to?

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

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

John Tunney served in the U.S. Senate from January 2, 1971 to January 1, 1977, representing California.

When did John Tunney die?

John Tunney died on January 12, 2018.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Tunney

Former U.S. Senator for California

Biography

John Tunney (died 2018) was an American politician who represented California in the United States Senate from January 1971 to January 1977, during the 91st–94th Congresses. Tunney served as a Democrat. Tunney died on January 12, 2018.

Key Information

Full Name: John Varick Tunney
Died: January 12, 2018
Term Started: January 2, 1971
Term Ended: January 1, 1977

Service History

Jan 2, 1971 – Jan 1, 1977 91st–94th Congresses Democrat California

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 California

Alex Padilla

Democrat
Adam Schiff

Democrat

Served With

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

Alan Cranston (CA) 1971–1977