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Representative Jesús T. Piñero

Jesús T. Piñero served as a representative for Puerto Rico (1945-1947).

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Jesús T. Piñero (born April 16, 1897) was a Puerto Rican politician who served as a Representative in the United States Congress. A member of the Popular Democrat Party, he represented Puerto Rico as an At-Large delegate. His tenure in Congress began on January 3, 1945, and concluded on January 3, 1947, encompassing a single term in office.

During his service from 1945 to 1947, Piñero held the role of Representative for Puerto Rico, reflecting the island’s political relationship with the United States in the mid-20th century. Identified in congressional records by the bioguide ID P000361, he is recognized as a historical member of Congress and a former officeholder. His career as recorded centers on this period of federal legislative service on behalf of Puerto Rico.