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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.11
What change resulted from the Judiciary Act of 1789 in terms of checks on legislative power?
The Act granted states more power over local court systems' structure and operation rules than what was previously held by federal authorities.
The Act provided a mechanism for Congress to overturn Supreme Court decisions.
The Act limited the President's ability to appoint federal judges without Senate approval.
The Act established a federal court system, providing judiciary oversight to interpret legislation's constitutionality.
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