Justice John Catron

Justice John Catron was an American jurist who served on the U.S. Supreme Court from 1837 to 1865. Appointed by President Martin Van Buren, he was known for his support of states’ rights and the expansion of slavery into the territories. Catron played a significant role in several important decisions during his tenure, influencing legal precedents in areas such as property rights and federal-state relations. His views often reflected the tensions of his era, particularly as the nation moved toward the Civil War, making him a notable figure in American judicial history.