William Rehnquist

Chief Justice of the United States

William Rehnquist - Chief Justice of the United States
Born

October 1st, 1924
101 years ago

Died

September 3rd, 2005
20 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 16th Chief Justice of the United States from 1986 until 2005. Contributed to prominent Supreme Court cases and shaped legal opinions during tenure. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 1972 by President Nixon and later ascended to Chief Justice under President Reagan. Known for a conservative judicial philosophy and involvement in important decisions regarding state powers and federal authority.

Led the Supreme Court during the Bush v. Gore case

Established a conservative majority on the Court

Authored several significant opinions on state power

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