On May 12, 1790, a pivotal moment in American judicial history unfolded as Justice James Iredell took the judicial oath, marking his official induction into the United States Supreme Court. Iredell, a North Carolina native and strong advocate for federalism, was appointed by President George Washington to fill one of the Court's inaugural seats. His appointment was a testament to Washington's commitment to establishing a robust and independent judiciary, a cornerstone of the US Constitution. As one of the Court's original justices, Iredell would play a significant role in shaping the nation's highest court and its decisions for generations to come.
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