How is presidential power checked by the supreme court? Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is the primary role of the Supreme Court in relation to presidential power?
To interpret the Constitution and check the exercise of presidential power.
True or False: The Supreme Court can declare presidential actions unconstitutional.
True
Fill in the blank: The Supreme Court’s power to check presidential power is rooted in the principle of _____.
judicial review
What landmark case established the principle of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
How can the Supreme Court influence presidential actions?
By ruling on the legality of executive orders and actions.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following can the Supreme Court review? A) Congress’s laws B) Presidential actions C) State laws D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is an example of a Supreme Court case that limited presidential power?
United States v. Nixon
True or False: The Supreme Court has the authority to impeach a president.
False
What type of cases does the Supreme Court primarily hear that involve presidential power?
Cases involving constitutional questions or federal law.
Fill in the blank: The Supreme Court’s decision in _____ reinforced the idea that no one is above the law, including the president.
United States v. Nixon
What is the significance of the case Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. v. Sawyer?
It limited the president’s power to seize private property without congressional approval.
Multiple Choice: Which branch of government can the Supreme Court check? A) Legislative B) Executive C) Both A and B D) None of the above
C) Both A and B
What role does the Constitution play in checking presidential power?
It provides the framework for the separation of powers and checks and balances.
True or False: The Supreme Court can initiate cases against the president.
False
What is the term for the Supreme Court’s authority to review and invalidate executive actions?
Judicial review
What constitutional article outlines the powers of the presidency?
Article II
How does the Supreme Court ensure accountability of the president?
By ruling on the constitutionality of presidential actions.
Fill in the blank: The Supreme Court’s checks on presidential power are part of the broader system of _____ established by the Founding Fathers.
checks and balances
What is the effect of a Supreme Court ruling on a presidential executive order?
It can invalidate the order if found unconstitutional.
True or False: The Supreme Court’s rulings are final and cannot be overturned.
True
