Historical Profile
Joseph McCarthy is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Republican
Inactive
Joseph McCarthy
Former U.S. Senator for Wisconsin
Biography
Joseph McCarthy (died 1957) was an American politician who represented Wisconsin in the United States Senate from January 1947 to May 1957, during the 80th–85th Congresses. McCarthy served as a Republican. McCarthy died in office on May 2, 1957.
Key Information
- Full Name: Joseph Raymond McCarthy
- Died: May 2, 1957
- Term Started: January 3, 1953
- Term Ended: May 2, 1957
- Senate Class: Class I
Service History
- Jan 3, 1947 – Jan 3, 1953 80th–82nd Congresses Republican Wisconsin
- Jan 3, 1953 – May 2, 1957 83rd–85th Congresses Republican Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during McCarthy's service:
- Alexander Wiley (WI) 1947–1957