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1.It infringed on the Cherokee's individual rights by forcing them out of their land.

2. It went directly against the 5th amendment by seizing the Cherokee's land without just cause.

3. Jackson abused his power by completely ignoring John Marshall's decision to let the Cherokees keep their land.

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