Congress Has the Power to "Lay and Collect Taxes

question 43

Multiple Choice

Congress has the power to "lay and collect Taxes." When the Supreme Court reviews the taxing activity of Congress, it:

• A) closely inspects Congressional actions for evidence of "discriminatory intent"
• B) limits what Congress may do to protect citizens from violations of the Sixth Amendment
• C) limits what Congress may do because the Court controls Congressional spending
• D) is prohibited by the Constitution from questioning Congressional tax schemes
• E) none of the other choices

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