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In brief
Overview
Background and question before the Court
During oral argument a Justice asked a question.
According to Justice, a Justice thanked Mr. Newdow.
A Justice asked, “May I ask you just one question?”
What each side argues
What happened at oral argument
The oral argument began at 11:08 a.m.
A Justice asked a question during the argument.
According to Justice, a Justice thanked Mr. Newdow.
A Justice asked, “May I ask you just one question?”
What the Court decided
Why it matters
Terms to know
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Primary sources
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- 7a2aa9dc73e5c78f35fc-r1-7c218bbe90e2975b.pdforal argument transcript
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