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FAD McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) and US v. Lopez (1995) Assignment
SCOTUS Cases Involving Federalism The balance of power between the national and state governments has changed over time based on US Supreme Court interpretation of (these) cases.
Complete the items for each case using the task verbs as your guide.
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
Relevance of the case
: In deciding this case about a national bank and state taxes, the court established supremacy of the U.S. Constitution and federal laws over state laws.
Discuss the facts.
- Identify the Constitutional Issue(s).
- Discuss the Holding and Constitutional Principles.
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Discuss the Reasoning.
- Summarize the Opinion.
- Explain the Impact
by showing similarities and differences between the case and a scenario. An example
of a current event/scenario is the issue of states legalizing marijuana. Provide the Source link to your research.
United States v. Lopez (1995)
Relevance of the case
: Congress exceeded its power under the Commerce Clause when it made possession of a gun in a school zone a federal crime. This case (introduced) a new phase of federalism that recognized the importance of state sovereignty and local control.
Discuss the facts.
- Identify the Constitutional Issue(s).
- Discuss the Holding and Constitutional Principles
- Discuss the Reasoning
- Summarize the Opinion
- Explain the Impact
by showing similarities and differences between the case and a scenario. An example
of a current event/scenario is the issue of
sanctuary cities
.
Provide the Source link to your research.
