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Justice David Souter, a Republican-appointed U.S. Supreme Court justice known for his liberal votes, died at 85. Appointed by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, Souter became famous for aligning with liberal justices on numerous cases, notably upholding abortion rights in Planned Parenthood v. Casey. He retired in 2009, allowing Barack Obama to appoint Sonia Sotomayor.

Courtesy: metro.co.uk

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