Appointed by Ronald Reagan, what chief justice favored an idea of federalism which pushed for state power a la the Tenth Amendment?
Answer William Rehnquist
Serving 18 years, 342 days, William Hubbs Rehnquist ruled that, under the Commerce Clause, Congress had surpassed its power. He was viewed as the most conservative member on the Burger court when serving as associate justice. Although firm in his conservative views, he earned respect from opposition for his intellectual and social leadership.
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