What party did Thruston Morton belong to?

Thruston Morton was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did Thruston Morton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Thruston Morton served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1957 to December 16, 1968, representing Kentucky.

When did Thruston Morton die?

Thruston Morton died on August 14, 1982.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Thruston Morton

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Thruston Morton (died 1982) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from January 1957 to December 1968, during the 85th–90th Congresses. Morton served as a Republican. Morton died on August 14, 1982.

Key Information

Full Name: Thruston Ballard Morton
Died: August 14, 1982
Term Started: January 3, 1957
Term Ended: December 16, 1968

Service History

Jan 3, 1957 – Dec 16, 1968 85th–90th Congresses Republican 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 Morton's service:

John Cooper (KY) 1957–1968