What party did Louis Wigfall belong to?

Louis Wigfall was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Texas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Louis Wigfall serve in the U.S. Senate?

Louis Wigfall served in the U.S. Senate from December 5, 1859 to March 23, 1861, representing Texas.

When did Louis Wigfall die?

Louis Wigfall died on February 18, 1874.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Louis Wigfall

Former U.S. Senator for Texas

Biography

Louis Wigfall (died 1874) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from December 1859 to March 1861, during the 36th–37th Congresses. Wigfall served as a Democrat. Wigfall died on February 18, 1874.

Key Information

Full Name: Louis Trezevant Wigfall
Died: February 18, 1874
Term Started: December 5, 1859
Term Ended: March 23, 1861

Service History

Dec 5, 1859 – Mar 23, 1861 36th–37th Congresses Democrat Texas

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 Texas

John Cornyn

Republican
Ted Cruz

Republican

Served With

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

John Hemphill (TX) 1859–1861