federal powers

How Did McCulloch V Maryland Increased The Power Of The Federal Government?

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How Did McCulloch V Maryland Increased The Power Of The Federal Government? McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) is one of the first and most important Supreme Court cases on federal power. In this case, the Supreme Court held that Congress has implied powers derived from those listed in Article I, Section 8. The “Necessary and Proper”

Are State Constitutions More Powerful Than The US Constitution?

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Are State Constitutions More Powerful Than The US Constitution? Are state constitutions more powerful than the US Constitution? Supremacy Clause How do state constitutions compared to the U.S. Constitution? Each state is governed by its own constitution. State constitutions vary in length and scope and, unlike the federal Constitution, they are generally broader in scope