What party did Joseph Kent belong to?

Joseph Kent was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Maryland in the U.S. Senate.

When did Joseph Kent serve in the U.S. Senate?

Joseph Kent served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1833 to November 24, 1837, representing Maryland.

When did Joseph Kent die?

Joseph Kent died on November 24, 1837.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Joseph Kent

Former U.S. Senator for Maryland

Biography

Joseph Kent (died 1837) was an American politician who represented Maryland in the United States Senate from March 1833 to November 1837, during the 23rd–25th Congresses. Kent served as a Whig. Kent died in office on November 24, 1837.

Key Information

Full Name: Joseph Kent
Died: November 24, 1837
Term Started: March 4, 1833
Term Ended: November 24, 1837

Service History

Mar 4, 1833 – Nov 24, 1837 23rd–25th Congresses Whig Maryland

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 Maryland

Chris Van Hollen

Democrat
Angela Alsobrooks

Democrat

Served With

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

Ezekiel Chambers (MD) 1833–1834
Robert Goldsborough (MD) 1835–1836
John Spence (MD) 1836–1837