Step Two

You might have noticed in Step One, that the Constitution is vague as to the responsibilities of the federal courts.

The main responsibility was not established in the U.S. Constitution or by Congress, but by the Supreme Court itself in the case of Marbury vs. Madision.

Assignment: Use the link below to get an overview of the Marbury vs. Madison case. Briefly summarize what precedent was set by the case.

Marbury vs. Madison

When you are finished, go on to Step Three.

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