There was a long line of people hoping to see Kavanaugh's first appearance. Police put up barricades in front of the court, but there were few protesters in the early morning.

Chief Justice John Roberts is now the closest Supreme Court Justice to the left side, making him the biggest contender in major decisions.

Some argue Tuesday's ruling 'could allow atheists to weaponize RFRA to advance secular causes.'

The justices read their dissents from the bench.

“If, somehow, this case ends up at the Supreme Court, somehow, some way, by sending a letter to Roberts, do you conflict the court?”