What party did Jonathan Elmer belong to?

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

When did Jonathan Elmer serve in the U.S. Senate?

Jonathan Elmer served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1789 to March 3, 1791, representing New Jersey.

When did Jonathan Elmer die?

Jonathan Elmer died on September 3, 1817.

Historical Profile

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

Pro-Administration Inactive

Jonathan Elmer

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

Jonathan Elmer (died 1817) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate from March 1789 to March 1791, during the 1st Congress. Elmer served as a Pro-Administration. Elmer died on September 3, 1817.

Key Information

Full Name: Jonathan Elmer
Died: September 3, 1817
Term Started: March 4, 1789
Term Ended: March 3, 1791

Service History

Mar 4, 1789 – Mar 3, 1791 1st Congress 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

Cory Booker

Democrat
Andy Kim

Democrat

Served With

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

William Paterson (NJ) 1789–1790
Philemon Dickinson (NJ) 1790–1791