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How long did Rehnquist serve as Chief Justice?

  • 17 years

  • 19 years

  • 21 years

  • 15 years

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Serving for an impressive 19 years as the 16th Chief Justice of the United States, William Rehnquist presided over the Supreme Court from 1986 until his passing in 2005. His tenure was marked by his conservative judicial philosophy, shaping the court's decisions on various significant constitutional issues and leaving a lasting impact on American jurisprudence.
Mastering the Legacy: The enduring impact of Chief Justice William Rehnquist

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