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The Judiciary Act of 1801, passed during John Adams' presidency, allowed him to appoint a significant number of federal judges, thereby ensuring that his Federalist ideals would have a lasting influence on the judiciary. This act created new judicial positions, which Adams filled with Federalist judges, often referred to as "Midnight Judges," just before he left office. By doing so, Adams aimed to maintain Federalist control over the courts despite the impending Democratic-Republican administration of Thomas Jefferson. Ultimately, the act helped solidify the Federalist legacy in the judiciary, influencing legal interpretations for years to come.

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