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Why is the marbury case important in the history of the supreme court?

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The Marbury v Madison (1803) case was important in the history of the Supreme Court because it established “judicial review”. Judicial review established that federal courts have the power to void and oppose laws, statutes, and/or government Congressional actions that contradict the United States Constitution.

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The Marbury v Madison (1803) case was important in the history of the Supreme Court because it established “judicial review”. Judicial review established that federal courts have the power to void and oppose laws, statutes, and/or government Congressional actions that contradict the United States Constitution.

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