Fred Bartlit: The Lawyer Who Shaped a Presidency | Chicago News

Fred Bartlit, the fiery Chicago lawyer who helped steer George W. Bush to victory in the 2000 election with his bold courtroom tactics, has died at 94. Known for his relentless drive and legal innovation, Bartlit didn’t shy away from controversy — from the Florida recount battle to high-stakes corporate cases — leaving behind a legacy of strategic brilliance that reshaped American litigation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/14b4293a525ec81e