The power of judicial review refers to the ability of the Supreme Court to determine whether laws or actions are constitutional or not. If they find them unconstitutional, they can strike them down.
Related terms
Constitutionality: Whether something is in line with or violates principles outlined in the Constitution.
Checks and Balances: A system where different branches of government can limit each other's powers, ensuring none becomes too powerful.
Marbury v. Madison (1803): A landmark case where judicial review was established by Chief Justice John Marshall.