What party did Lewis Cass belong to?

Lewis Cass was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Michigan in the U.S. Senate.

When did Lewis Cass serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lewis Cass served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1845 to March 3, 1857, representing Michigan.

When did Lewis Cass die?

Lewis Cass died on June 17, 1866.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Lewis Cass

Former U.S. Senator for Michigan

Biography

Lewis Cass (died 1866) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1845 and 1857, between the 29th and 34th Congresses. Cass served as a Democrat. Cass died on June 17, 1866.

Key Information

Full Name: Lewis Cass
Died: June 17, 1866
Term Started: March 4, 1849
Term Ended: March 3, 1857

Service History

Mar 4, 1845 – May 29, 1848 29th–30th Congresses Democrat Michigan
Mar 4, 1849 – Mar 3, 1857 31st–34th Congresses Democrat Michigan

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 Michigan

Served With

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

William Woodbridge (MI) 1845–1847
Alpheus Felch (MI) 1847–1848, 1849–1853
Charles Stuart (MI) 1853–1857