What party did Leland Stanford belong to?

Leland Stanford was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of California in the U.S. Senate.

When did Leland Stanford serve in the U.S. Senate?

Leland Stanford served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1885 to June 21, 1893, representing California.

When did Leland Stanford die?

Leland Stanford died on June 21, 1893.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Leland Stanford

Former U.S. Senator for California

Biography

Leland Stanford (died 1893) was an American politician who represented California in the United States Senate from March 1885 to June 1893, during the 49th–53rd Congresses. Stanford served as a Republican. Stanford died in office on June 21, 1893.

Key Information

Full Name: Leland Stanford
Died: June 21, 1893
Term Started: March 4, 1885
Term Ended: June 21, 1893

Service History

Mar 4, 1885 – Jun 21, 1893 49th–53rd Congresses Republican 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

Served With

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

John Miller (CA) 1885–1886
George Hearst (CA) 1886, 1887–1891
Abram Williams (CA) 1886–1887
Charles Felton (CA) 1891–1893
Stephen White (CA) 1893