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Who is the presiding officer of the Supreme Court when the Chief Justice is unavailable?

Retry Correct Incorrect In the absence of the Chief Justice, the role of presiding over the Supreme Court falls to the most senior Associate Justice. This ensures continuity and leadership in the Court’s proceedings.

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Who is the presiding officer of the Supreme Court when the Chief Justice is unavailable?

• The President pro tempore of the Senate
• The most senior Associate Justice
• The Speaker of the House
• The Vice President