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Souter Steps Down

Republican-appointed Supreme Court Justice David Souter plans to step down at the end of the court's term.
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Speculation Over Successor Begins

Jurist's departure will leave vacancy that would give President Obama his first chance to begin reshaping the court.

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An Opening for a Fractured GOP?

Fight over Obama's nominee could help unite the Republican party -- or deepen rifts.

News and Analysis
  • Quiet N.H. Home Is Where Souter's Heart Has Always Been (Post, May 3)
  • Empathy and Judicial Picks Rarely Mix on Capitol Hill (Post, May 3)
  • When Women Rule, It Makes a Difference (Post, May 3)
  • The Best Judges Obama Can't Pick (Post, May 3)
  • Successor To Souter Anticipated By October (Post, May 2)
  • Not the Justice Republicans Expected (Post, May 2)
  • Justice Might Stay Until Nominee Confirmed (Post, May 1)
  • 44: Supreme Court: The Contenders (Post, May 1)
  • 44:Souter Tells Obama of Resignation in Letter
  • Document: Statements from the Supreme Court

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