How did the U.S. Supreme Court influence civil rights protections in the 1950s and 1960s?

• A. It had no impact on civil rights.
• B. It issued landmark decisions like Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, and Miranda v. Arizona, expanding civil liberties.
• C. It repealed the 14th Amendment.
• D. It supported segregation in public facilities.

Answer: (B)