Fred Durhal Jr. is an American politician affiliated with the Democratic Party. He is most notable for his service in the Michigan House of Representatives, where he represented the 7th district—an area covering parts of Detroit—from 2001 to 2006. During his three‑term tenure, Durhal Jr. served on several legislative committees, including those dealing with civil rights, urban development, and appropriations.
After reaching the term limit in the state House, Durhal Jr. continued involvement in public affairs. He later held elected office on the Detroit City Council, where he represented a council district that includes portions of the city’s east side. In that role, he was involved in municipal budget deliberations, public safety initiatives, and downtown redevelopment projects.
Durhal Jr. is the son of Fred Durhal Sr., also a former Michigan state legislator, and both have been active members of Michigan’s Democratic political community. Their careers have been associated with advocacy for economic revitalization and civil‑rights issues within Detroit and the broader state.
Note: Specific personal details such as birth date, early education, and exact council district number are not confirmed by readily available encyclopedic sources and therefore are omitted.
