Presidents who served two nonconsecutive terms

One president in U.S. history has served two nonconsecutive terms.

• Grover Cleveland was the 22nd and 24th President of the United States.

  Grover Cleveland holds the unique distinction in American history of being the only individual to serve two nonconsecutive terms as President of the United States, thus becoming both the 22nd and 24th president. His first term, from 1885 to 1889, focused on political reform and a staunch defense of the presidential veto power, which he used prolifically. After losing the 1888 election to Benjamin Harrison, Cleveland returned to politics with renewed vigor, securing a political comeback in the 1892 election. His second presidency, from 1893 to 1897, was marked by significant economic challenges, including the Panic of 1893, which tested his leadership and economic policies.

Timeline of Grover Cleveland’s presidency:

• First term: 1885-1889
• Interim period: 1889-1893
• Second term: 1893-1897

Reason for nonconsecutive terms:

• Cleveland lost re-election in 1888 to Benjamin Harrison.
• He won the presidency back in 1892, becoming the only president to serve nonconsecutive terms.

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