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Who did the Supreme Court's constitutional interpretation favor in the late 19th-century?
That depends on whether you're talking about civil rights or labor law. The US Supreme Court interpreted the constitution to favor whites over African-Americans, and Industryover labor.
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What is the major job for the supreme court?
The Supreme Court reviews the rulings of the lower Federal Courts. They hear cases that they grant certiorary to typically related to Constitutional law. Their rulings are the official Federal interpretation of the law.
What power is much of the Supreme Court's authority based on?
The Supreme Court's and lower courts' primary power is judicial review, the ability of a court to evaluate laws or executive orders relevant to cases before the court to determine whether they are constitutional. The US Supreme Court is the ultimate authority on constitutional interpretation and can nullify an unconstitutional law, rendering it unenforceable.
What are differences between constitutional federal courts legislative federal courts and the supreme court?
Constitutional federal courts are either created or allowed to be created under Article III of the Constitution. For instance, federal district courts and circuit court of appeals are Constitutional federal courts. The Supreme Court also falls under the category of Constitutional Federal Courts and it is the highest court in America. Legislative federal courts, on the other hand, are established by Congress using implied power. For instance, the Court of Military Appeals is a legislative federal court.
What is the formal constitutional check on the supreme courts power of judicial review?
Congress can check the power of the Supreme Court by introducing amendments to the Constitution.
What kind of courts report to the Supreme Court?
The US Supreme Court is head of the Judicial Branch of government. The "inferior" courts in this branch are:US District CourtsUS Court of International TradeUS Court of Appeals Circuit Courts
