Ted Olson, Influential Conservative Lawyer and Former Solicitor General, Passes Away at 84
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Ted Olson, a prominent legal figure and former U.S. Solicitor General, passed away at 84 after a stroke. Known for arguing 65 Supreme Court cases, Olson gained fame with Bush v. Gore and was a key figure in legal battles over campaign finance, anti-terrorism policies, and same-sex marriage. Despite his conservative roots, he supported causes like DACA and gay marriage, earning respect across political lines. Olson's career was marked by personal tragedy and professional triumphs, leaving a lasting impact on American law.
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