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Joseph McKenna was an American lawyer, politician, and judge who served in all three branches of the United States federal government. He represented California in the US House from 1885 to 1892, served on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and as US Attorney General, and then sat as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court from 1898 until 1925. President William McKinley appointed him to the Court, where he succeeded Justice Stephen Field.
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Which branches of the United States government did Joseph McKenna serve?
Joseph McKenna served in all three branches of the United States federal government. His roles included member of the House, attorney general, and federal judge.
When did Joseph McKenna represent California in the House?
McKenna represented California in the United States House from 1885 to 1892. He later moved into federal judicial and executive service.
What was Joseph McKenna's role before joining the Supreme Court?
He served as United States attorney general and on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He was later appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States.
Why is Joseph McKenna historically notable?
McKenna is notable because his career crossed elected office, the executive branch, and the federal judiciary. That combination made him one of the relatively rare American officials to serve all three federal branches.
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