What party did Richard Ernst belong to?

Richard Ernst was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did Richard Ernst serve in the U.S. Senate?

Richard Ernst served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1921 to March 3, 1927, representing Kentucky.

When did Richard Ernst die?

Richard Ernst died on April 13, 1934.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Richard Ernst

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Richard Ernst (died 1934) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1921 to March 1927, during the 67th–69th Congresses. Ernst served as a Republican. Ernst died on April 13, 1934.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Pretlow Ernst
Died: April 13, 1934
Term Started: March 4, 1921
Term Ended: March 3, 1927

Service History

Mar 4, 1921 – Mar 3, 1927 67th–69th Congresses Republican Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

Augustus Stanley (KY) 1921–1925
Frederic Sackett (KY) 1925–1927