Who succeeded Hughes as Chief Justice?
Harlan F. Stone
Owen Roberts
Felix Frankfurter
Hugo Black
Answer
Harlan F. Stone succeeded Charles Evans Hughes as Chief Justice of the United States. Stone was appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941 and served until his death in 1946. During his tenure, Stone played a key role in shaping the Court's decisions, particularly in the areas of civil rights and economic regulation.
Unveiling Justice: The Legacy of Charles Evans Hughes
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