2.2 Marbury v. Madison and the establishment of judicial review
2 min read•july 24, 2024
, a landmark Supreme Court case, arose from political turmoil following the 1800 election. The dispute over 's undelivered commission as justice of the peace set the stage for a pivotal decision by Chief Justice .
Marshall's ruling introduced , empowering courts to examine laws against the Constitution. This decision expanded the Supreme Court's authority, establishing it as the final interpreter of constitutional questions and shaping the future of American constitutional law.
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