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Congress cannot violate individual rights, pass ex post facto laws, grant titles of nobility, suspend the writ of habeas corpus, or impose direct taxes without apportionment among the states, as outlined in the Constitution.
Could impose its own tariffs
The U.S. Constitution specifically denies certain powers to the federal government to protect states' rights and individual liberties. For example, under Article I, Section 9, the federal government cannot suspend the writ of habeas corpus, impose ex post facto laws, or tax exports between states. Additionally, the Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government for the states or the people. These limitations ensure a balance of power between federal and state authorities.
The phrase "can only be suspended during a time of war" typically refers to certain constitutional rights or civil liberties that may be limited or restricted in times of national emergency or conflict. For example, in some countries, the government may have the authority to suspend habeas corpus or impose martial law during wartime. This is often justified as a means to maintain national security and public order. However, such suspensions can raise significant concerns regarding the protection of individual rights and the potential for abuse of power.
The powers forbidden to Congress are outlined primarily in Article I, Section 9 of the U.S. Constitution. These include the prohibition of passing ex post facto laws, granting titles of nobility, and suspending the writ of habeas corpus except in cases of rebellion or invasion. Additionally, Congress cannot impose taxes on exports between states or favor one state over another in regulation of commerce. These restrictions are intended to protect individual rights and maintain a balance of power among government branches.
The stamp tax was simply a means of raising money, much like any other tax.
"Impose to" is not idiomatic English. You can say "impose on" in a sentence such as "I hate to impose on you, but do you happen to have any Grey Poupon?"
Impose is a verb.
I do not seek to impose my will on you. How long did the jury deliberate to impose their sentence?
To impose countervention is to penalize those who have penalized you.
I think a close antonym for impose would be "respect".
I didn't mean to impose on you.