What was Hughes' role in the Supreme Court from 1930 to 1941?
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Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes presided over the Supreme Court from 1930 to 1941. During his tenure, he navigated the Court through the tumultuous New Deal era, upholding some of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's programs while striking down others. Hughes's leadership was instrumental in shaping the Court's response to the Great Depression and the rise of the administrative state.
Unveiling Justice: The Legacy of Charles Evans Hughes
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