Ted Olson, a prominent conservative lawyer and former U.S. Solicitor General, has passed away at the age of 84. Olson was best known for his role in the 2000 Bush v. Gore case, where he successfully argued before the Supreme Court to halt the Florida recount, effectively securing George W. Bush's presidency.
Olson also served as private counsel to President Ronald Reagan and was a partner at the law firm Gibson Dunn. His legal career left a lasting impact on U.S. politics and law.
No cause of death has been announced.
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