Despite Their Prominence in the American Political System, the Federal

question 73

Essay

Despite their prominence in the American political system, the federal courts have traditionally been subject to serious limitations on their power.Discuss the five major limitations on the power of the federal courts and explain what, if anything, the courts have done in recent decades to overcome these limitations.

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Definitions:

ECG

A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect heart conditions.

ECGs

Electrocardiograms, a medical test that measures the electrical activity of the heart to identify abnormalities.

Atrioventricular Valves

Heart valves located between the atria and ventricles, enabling blood flow from the atria to the ventricles while preventing backflow.

Semilunar Valves

Valves located at the exit of both the left and right ventricles of the heart, which prevent backflow of blood into the ventricles.