A foundational figure in American law turns 270 today as Reason Magazine marks the birthday of Chief Justice John Marshall, whose landmark rulings shaped the U.S. judiciary’s role in government. The post explores how his tenure redefined constitutional interpretation and left an enduring legacy on federal authority. For legal historians and history buffs, this retrospective offers insight into the origins of judicial power. The article is available exclusively on Reason Magazine’s Supreme Court history series.
9/24/1755: Chief Justice John Marshall's birthday. The post Today in Supreme Court History: September 24, 1755 appeared first on Reason Magazine.
