Did Roscoe ever become a Supreme Court justice?
Yes
No
He served as temporary justice
He declined the opportunity
Answer
The answer is no. Roscoe Conkling never ascended to the Supreme Court. Despite his notable career as a political figure and senator in New York, he declined President Grant's offer to appoint him as an associate justice in 1873. Conkling's decision to forgo the Supreme Court appointment was influenced by his political ambitions and his desire to remain active in the political arena.
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Who was president during Roscoe's conflict over appointments that led to his resignation?
After leaving elected office, Roscoe continued to be active in what arena?
To which U.S. president was Roscoe Conkling closely allied?
Who succeeded Garfield as president, an ally of Conkling's?
What were Conkling's primary post-politics professional activities?
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