Senator Pierre Emil George Salinger

Pierre Emil George Salinger served as a Senator from California in the United States Congress from 1964 to 1965. A member of the Democratic Party, Pierre Emil George Salinger contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office.

Pierre Emil George Salinger’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the Senate, Pierre Emil George Salinger participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Pierre Emil George Salinger (June 14, 1925 – October 16, 2004) was an American journalist, author and politician. He served as the ninth press secretary for United States presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. Salinger served as a United States Senator in 1964 and as campaign manager for the 1968 Robert F. Kennedy presidential campaign. After leaving politics, Salinger became known for his work as an ABC News correspondent, particularly for his coverage of the 1979-81 Iran Hostage Crisis; the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland; and his claims of a missile being the cause of the explosion of TWA Flight 800 in 1996.