What party did Thomas Underwood belong to?

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

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

Thomas Underwood served in the U.S. Senate from March 19, 1951 to November 4, 1952, representing Kentucky.

When did Thomas Underwood die?

Thomas Underwood died on June 29, 1956.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Thomas Underwood

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Thomas Underwood (died 1956) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1951 to November 1952, during the 82nd Congress. Underwood served as a Democrat. Underwood died on June 29, 1956.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Rust Underwood
Died: June 29, 1956
Term Started: March 19, 1951
Term Ended: November 4, 1952

Service History

Mar 19, 1951 – Nov 4, 1952 82nd Congress Democrat 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

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

Earle Clements (KY) 1951–1952