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# Summary of Court Cases **4. Marbury v. Madison** * Ruled that the courts have the power to review laws and decide if they are constitutional. * Established the process of judicial review. * Gave courts the authority to remove laws that conflict with the Constitution. * This is a key part of the...

# Summary of Court Cases **4. Marbury v. Madison** * Ruled that the courts have the power to review laws and decide if they are constitutional. * Established the process of judicial review. * Gave courts the authority to remove laws that conflict with the Constitution. * This is a key part of the checks and balances system. **5. McCulloch v. Maryland** * Ruled that the federal government has the power to create a national bank. * States do not have the power to tax the national bank. * Confirmed that federal laws are superior to state laws. * Expanded federal government authority.