This day in history: Bill of Rights amended into U.S. Constitution
Published: Jun. 8, 2026 at 8:35 AM EDT
(WDBJ) - June 8, 1789:
James Madison addressed the United States House of Representatives; he proposed amending the Bill of Rights to the United States Constitution.
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