The Jay, Rutledge, and Ellsworth Courts (1789–1800)

Introduction

When did the Supreme Court initially meet?

The U.S. Supreme Court initially met in February 1790. The Judiciary Act of 1789 provided that the Court would hold two sessions annually, beginning the first Mondays of February and August.

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