What party did Lyndon Johnson belong to?

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

When did Lyndon Johnson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lyndon Johnson served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1949 to January 3, 1961, representing Texas.

When did Lyndon Johnson die?

Lyndon Johnson died on January 22, 1973.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Lyndon Johnson

Former U.S. Senator for Texas

Biography

Lyndon Johnson (died 1973) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from January 1949 to January 1961, during the 81st–86th Congresses. Johnson served as a Democrat. Johnson died on January 22, 1973.

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Key Information

Full Name: Lyndon Baines Johnson
Died: January 22, 1973
Term Started: January 3, 1949
Term Ended: January 3, 1961

Service History

Jan 3, 1949 – Jan 3, 1961 81st–86th 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

Served With

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

Tom Connally (TX) 1949–1953
Marion Daniel (TX) 1953–1957
Ralph Yarborough (TX) 1957–1961