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Marbury v. Madison
United States Supreme Court
Key Holding
The Supreme Court has the authority to review acts of Congress and declare them unconstitutional, establishing the principle of judicial review.
Case Summary
Marbury v. Madison is the foundational case establishing judicial review in the United States. Chief Justice John Marshall's opinion held that any act of Congress repugnant to the Constitution must be void, giving the Supreme Court power to strike down legislation.
Primary Source: https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/84759/marbury-v-madison/