Facts
2nd President of the United States
Who is John Adams
Specific and listed powers granted to the federal government
What are the enumerated powers?
3rd President of the United States
Who is Thomas Jefferson
Author of the majority opinion
Who is John Marshall?
Role Marbury was appointed to
What is Justice of the Peace
SCOTUS can review acts of Congress to determine their constitutionality
What is judicial review?
Jefferson's Secretary of State
Who is James Madison?
What is Article III, Section 2 of the US constitution
Order from a higher court to a lower government official ordering the official to fulfill their duties
What is a writ of mandamus?
Authorized SCOTUS to issue writs of mandamus
What is §13 of the Judiciary act of 1789?