William Rehnquist
William Rehnquist was the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1986 until his death in 2005.
Jurist
October 1, 1924
Libra
September 03, 2005
80
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
William Rehnquist was an American attorney and jurist who held positions as an Associate Justice and Chief Justice on the United States Supreme Court. He was recognized for his conservative perspective and commitment to upholding states’ rights. Rehnquist oversaw President Bill Clinton’s impeachment trial and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005. He authored books such as “All the Laws but One” and “The Supreme Court: How It Was, How It Is.” Furthermore, Rehnquist displayed his passion for music and the arts by participating in a college production of “The Mikado.” Notably, he served as the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1986 until he passed away in 2005.