The 1966 United States Senate election in Rhode Island took place on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator Claiborne Pell successfully sought re-election, defeating Republican Ruth M. Briggs with 67.66% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 13, 1966.
Democratic primary Candidates Claiborne Pell, incumbent U.S. Senator
Results
Republican primary Candidates Ruth M. Briggs, former lieutenant colonel in the Women's Army Corps (WAC) Charles H. Eden
Results
General election Results
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