What party did Mel Martinez belong to?

Mel Martinez was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Florida in the U.S. Senate.

When did Mel Martinez serve in the U.S. Senate?

Mel Martinez served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 2005 to September 9, 2009, representing Florida.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Mel Martinez

Former U.S. Senator for Florida

Biography

Mel Martinez was an American politician who represented Florida in the United States Senate from January 2005 to September 2009, during the 109th–111th Congresses. Martinez served as a Republican.

Key Information

Full Name: Melquiades R. Martinez
Term Started: January 3, 2005
Term Ended: September 9, 2009

Service History

Jan 3, 2005 – Sep 9, 2009 109th–111th Congresses Republican Florida

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 Florida

Rick Scott

Republican
Ashley Moody

Republican

Served With

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

Bill Nelson (FL) 2005–2009