What party did Walter Leake belong to?

Walter Leake was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Mississippi in the U.S. Senate.

When did Walter Leake serve in the U.S. Senate?

Walter Leake served in the U.S. Senate from December 10, 1817 to May 15, 1820, representing Mississippi.

When did Walter Leake die?

Walter Leake died on November 17, 1825.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

Walter Leake

Former U.S. Senator for Mississippi

Biography

Walter Leake (died 1825) was an American politician who represented Mississippi in the United States Senate from December 1817 to May 1820, during the 15th–16th Congresses. Leake served as a Democratic-Republican. Leake died on November 17, 1825.

Key Information

Full Name: Walter Leake
Died: November 17, 1825
Term Started: December 10, 1817
Term Ended: May 15, 1820

Service History

Dec 10, 1817 – May 15, 1820 15th–16th Congresses Democratic-Republican Mississippi

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 Mississippi

Cindy Hyde-Smith

Republican
Roger Wicker

Republican

Served With

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

Thomas Williams (MS) 1817–1820