Thomas N. Downing
Thomas N. Downing | |
|---|---|
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 1st district | |
| In office January 3, 1959 – January 3, 1977 | |
| Preceded by | Edward J. Robeson Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Paul S. Trible |
| Chairman of the House Select Committee on Assassinations | |
| In office September 17, 1976 – January 3, 1977 | |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | Henry B. González |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Thomas Nelms Downing February 1, 1919 Newport News, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | October 23, 2001 (aged 82) Newport News, Virginia, U.S. |
| Resting place | Peninsula Memorial Park Cemetery, Newport News |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Virginia Military Institute University of Virginia |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1942 – 1946 |
Thomas Nelms Downing (February 1, 1919 – October 23, 2001) was a lawyer and politician who served nine terms as a Democratic Congressman from Virginia's 1st congressional district from 1959 to 1977.
He was most notable for his role as chairman of the House Select Committee on Assassinations during his time in Congress.