SCOTUS CASES: UNIT 1,4,5

What was the key outcome of Marbury v. Madison (1803)?

Established the principle of judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional.

What was the significance of McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)?

Confirmed the supremacy of federal over state laws and upheld the implied powers of Congress.

What did the United States v. Lopez (1995) case limit?

Congress’s power under the Commerce Clause.

What was the outcome of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010)?

Expanded First Amendment protections to corporate and union spending in elections, leading to the rise of Super PACs.

What key issue was addressed in Buckley v. Valeo (1976)?

Limits on campaign contributions and expenditures.

What principle did Baker v. Carr (1962) establish?

The principle of 'one person, one vote' and enabled federal courts to intervene in redistricting cases.

What did Shaw v. Reno (1993) address?

Racial gerrymandering under the Equal Protection Clause.

What was the significance of Bush v. Gore (2000)?

Resolved the 2000 presidential election and highlighted the role of the judiciary in electoral processes.