What party did Lamar Alexander belong to?

Lamar Alexander was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did Lamar Alexander serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lamar Alexander served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 2003 to January 3, 2021, representing Tennessee.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Lamar Alexander

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

Lamar Alexander was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from January 2003 to January 2021, during the 108th–116th Congresses. Alexander served as a Republican.

Key Information

Full Name: Lamar Alexander
Term Started: January 3, 2003
Term Ended: January 3, 2021

Service History

Jan 3, 2003 – Jan 3, 2021 108th–116th Congresses Republican Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

William Frist (TN) 2003–2007
Bob Corker (TN) 2007–2019