What party did Prescott Bush belong to?

Prescott Bush was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Prescott Bush serve in the U.S. Senate?

Prescott Bush served in the U.S. Senate from November 4, 1952 to January 3, 1963, representing Connecticut.

When did Prescott Bush die?

Prescott Bush died on October 8, 1972.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Prescott Bush

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Prescott Bush (died 1972) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1952 and 1963, between the 82nd and 87th Congresses. Bush served as a Republican. Bush died on October 8, 1972.

Key Information

Full Name: Prescott Sheldon Bush
Died: October 8, 1972
Term Started: January 3, 1957
Term Ended: January 3, 1963
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Nov 5, 1952 – Jan 3, 1957 82nd–84th Congresses Republican Connecticut
Jan 3, 1957 – Jan 3, 1963 85th–87th Congresses Republican Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Served With

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

William Benton (CT) 1952–1953
William Purtell (CT) 1952–1959
Thomas Dodd (CT) 1959–1963