Ted Olson, Conservative Attorney, Dies at 84

Theodore B. Olson, a prominent conservative attorney and former U.S. Solicitor General, passed away at the age of 84. He was instrumental in landmark Supreme Court cases, including the Bush v. Gore decision that decided the 2000 presidential election and the Citizens United ruling that impacted campaign finance. Olson also played a pivotal role in the successful legal challenge against California's Proposition 8, which banned same-sex marriage, highlighting the case as a matter of human rights. His advocacy led to the Supreme Court's ruling in 2013 that effectively legalized same-sex marriage across the nation. Additionally, he was a key figure in the effort to legalize sports betting in New Jersey, successfully arguing against the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act. Olson's contributions to the legal profession and his commitment to both conservative and progressive causes have left a lasting legacy.