What party did Richard Murphy belong to?

Richard Murphy was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Iowa in the U.S. Senate.

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

Richard Murphy served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1933 to July 16, 1936, representing Iowa.

When did Richard Murphy die?

Richard Murphy died on July 16, 1936.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Richard Murphy

Former U.S. Senator for Iowa

Biography

Richard Murphy (died 1936) was an American politician who represented Iowa in the United States Senate from March 1933 to July 1936, during the 73rd–74th Congresses. Murphy served as a Democrat. Murphy died in office on July 16, 1936.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Louis Murphy
Died: July 16, 1936
Term Started: March 4, 1933
Term Ended: July 16, 1936

Service History

Mar 4, 1933 – Jul 16, 1936 73rd–74th Congresses Democrat Iowa

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 Iowa

Joni Ernst

Republican
Chuck Grassley

Republican

Served With

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

Lester Dickinson (IA) 1933–1936