Thad Cochran

American politician and senator

Thad Cochran - American politician and senator
Born

December 7th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

May 30th, 2019
5 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a U.S. Senator from Mississippi from 1973 to 2018. Played a significant role in various legislative initiatives, particularly in funding for education and defense. Held positions on the Appropriations Committee, influencing federal budget priorities. Prior to his Senate tenure, served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1973 until his election to the Senate. Received a law degree from the University of Mississippi after earning an undergraduate degree from the University of Mississippi as well. His tenure was marked by a commitment to bipartisan cooperation in government.

Served 45 years in U.S. Congress

Chaired Senate Appropriations Committee

Secured federal funding for Mississippi

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