Why did Minton retire from the Supreme Court?
Lack of support
Poor health
Political reasons
Retirement age
Answer
Poor health forced Justice Sherman Minton to retire from the Supreme Court in October 1956, after serving for nine years. Minton had been suffering from a heart condition for several years and had undergone surgery in 1955. He ultimately made the difficult decision to step down from the Court in order to prioritize his health and well-being.
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