Senator Trent Lott is an American politician who served as a United States Senator from Mississippi from 1989 to 2007. He was a member of the Republican Party and served as Senate Majority Leader from 1996 to 2001. He was also a member of the House of Representatives from 1973 to 1989. Lott was known for his conservative views on social issues, such as abortion and same-sex marriage. He was also a strong supporter of President George W. Bush's foreign policy.