Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as Supreme Court justice (17 images)

Brett Kavanaugh took the judiciary oath at his ceremonial swearing-in ceremony for the U.S. Supreme Court at the White House on Monday. After a tumultuous and controversial confirmation process, the Senate voted 50-48 to confirm Kavanaugh's appointment to the high court.

Brett Kavanaugh takes the judiciary oath, delivered by retired Supreme Court Chief Anthony Kennedy (R), as President Donald Trump watches, during his ceremonial swearing-in ceremony at the White House on Monday. Kavanaugh was joined by his wife, Ashley, and their children, Liza and Margaret. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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Trump puts his arm on Kavanaugh's shoulder during his ceremonial swearing-in ceremony. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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Trump (L) and Kennedy applaud during the ceremony. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell waves as he is recognized by Trump. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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