What Was the Basis of Justice John Marshall's Assertion That

question 7

Multiple Choice

What was the basis of Justice John Marshall's assertion that the federal courts have the power of judicial review?

• A) The Constitution grants the courts that power.
• B) It is the duty of the courts to say what the law is;therefore it is necessary for the courts to interpret and expound upon the law.
• C) Congress would have to ask the courts for permission to pass laws.
• D) The president should not be able to "get around" Congress by issuing executive orders on any issue he or she would like.
• E) The federal courts,since they are the least political branch of government,should have the power to review the actions of the political branches.

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