John Roberts

John Roberts Jr. is an American lawyer and jurist, serving as the 17th Chief Justice of the United States since 2005. Born on January 27, 1955, in Indiana, Roberts is known for his moderate conservative judicial philosophy and his institutionalist approach. He has been recognized as a swing vote on the Court and has shown a willingness to collaborate with the Supreme Court's liberal bloc. Roberts attended Catholic schools and studied history at Harvard University, where he later earned a law degree from Harvard Law School. Prior to his appointment as Chief Justice, he worked in various positions in the Reagan and George H. W. Bush administrations, including the Department of Justice and the Office of the White House Counsel.