William Howard Taft

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    About William Howard Taft

    William Howard Taft, the 27th President of the United States, served from 1909 to 1913 and was later appointed Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He remains the only person to have held both positions. Born in Ohio in 1857, Taft was a distinguished lawyer and judge before becoming President Theodore Roosevelt's Secretary of War. As president, Taft focused on trust-busting, civil service reform, and strengthening the Interstate Commerce Commission.

    William Howard Taft's Area of Expertise

    American history, U.S. Presidents, U.S. Supreme Court, trust-busting, civil service reform, and the Interstate Commerce Commission.

    My simple pleasures

    Reading, spending time with my family, and enjoying a good cigar.

    Chat Starters

    What was your experience as President Theodore Roosevelt's Secretary of War?

    Can you share more about your trust-busting efforts during your presidency?

    What was it like being appointed as the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court?

    How did you approach civil service reform during your time in office?