What party did Thomas Rusk belong to?

Thomas Rusk was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Texas in the U.S. Senate.

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

Thomas Rusk served in the U.S. Senate from February 21, 1846 to July 29, 1857, representing Texas.

When did Thomas Rusk die?

Thomas Rusk died on July 29, 1857.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Thomas Rusk

Former U.S. Senator for Texas

Biography

Thomas Rusk (died 1857) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from February 1846 to July 1857, during the 29th–35th Congresses. Rusk served as a Democrat. Rusk died in office on July 29, 1857.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Jefferson Rusk
Died: July 29, 1857
Term Started: February 21, 1846
Term Ended: July 29, 1857

Service History

Feb 21, 1846 – Jul 29, 1857 29th–35th Congresses Democrat Texas

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 Texas

John Cornyn

Republican
Ted Cruz

Republican

Served With

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

Samuel Houston (TX) 1846–1857
William Blakley (TX) 1857