Historical Profile
Richard Ernst is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
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 April 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: April 11, 1921
- Term Ended: March 4, 1927
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Apr 11, 1921 – Mar 4, 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
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Ernst's service:
- Augustus Stanley (KY) 1921–1925
- Frederic Sackett (KY) 1925–1927