Historical Events tagged with "burger"

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Politics & Government

Warren E. Burger Becomes Chief Justice

June 23rd, 1969 55 years ago

Warren E. Burger was sworn in as Chief Justice of the United States by retiring Chief Justice Earl Warren. The ceremony took place in the East Room of the White House, marking a significant transition in the Court's leadership. President Richard Nixon, who appointed Burger, was present at the event, underscoring the importance of this moment in U.S. judicial history. Burger's appointment was met with considerable expectations regarding judicial conservatism and constitutional interpretation.

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