2008 test · Question 40 of 100
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
Current answer
- John G. Roberts, Jr.
On the test, give the name of the person serving on the day of your interview.
USCIS note: Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates for the name of the Chief Justice of the United States.
Our explanation
The Chief Justice leads the Supreme Court. The Chief Justice manages the courtroom and leads discussions about cases. But each justice makes their own decision. Give the name of the person serving at the time of your interview.
Remember it
Chief means leader. Justice means judge. The Chief Justice is the leading judge.
Source
USCIS 2025 Study Guide (M-1175) p. 31: “The Chief Justice serves as a leader on the Supreme Court, but the justices make their own decisions when voting on each case.” Name rule: USCIS 2008 Civics Q&A (rev. 08/21) p. 1.
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