What party did Richard Yates belong to?

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

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

Richard Yates served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1865 to March 3, 1871, representing Illinois.

When did Richard Yates die?

Richard Yates died on November 27, 1873.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Richard Yates

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Richard Yates (died 1873) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from March 1865 to March 1871, during the 39th–41st Congresses. Yates served as a Republican. Yates died on November 27, 1873.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Yates
Died: November 27, 1873
Term Started: March 4, 1865
Term Ended: March 3, 1871

Service History

Mar 4, 1865 – Mar 3, 1871 39th–41st Congresses Republican Illinois

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 Illinois

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

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

Lyman Trumbull (IL) 1865–1871