What party did Thomas Platt belong to?

Thomas Platt was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate.

When did Thomas Platt serve in the U.S. Senate?

Thomas Platt served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1897 to March 3, 1909, representing New York.

When did Thomas Platt die?

Thomas Platt died on March 6, 1910.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Thomas Platt

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

Thomas Platt (died 1910) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from March 1897 to March 1909, during the 55th–60th Congresses. Platt served as a Republican. Platt died on March 6, 1910.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Collier Platt
Died: March 6, 1910
Term Started: March 4, 1897
Term Ended: March 3, 1909

Service History

Mar 4, 1897 – Mar 3, 1909 55th–60th Congresses Republican New York

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 New York

Chuck Schumer

Democrat
Kirsten Gillibrand

Democrat

Served With

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

Edward Murphy, Jr. (NY) 1897–1899
Chauncey Depew (NY) 1899–1909