In 1798, Congress passed laws to punish newspaper editors who published stories critical of the federal government.  James Madison and Thomas Jefferson opposed the laws, arguing that the states had the right to declare null and void federal laws that violated the Constitution. The Supreme Court eventually concluded that this argument was

What is the principle that each branch of the federal government has some ability to oversee and influence actions by other branches of government?

a. weights and measures b. checks and balances c. oversight and influence d. privileges and immunities'

Which of the following statements about presidential power is accurate?

A. The president has enough resources for coordinating national responses during emergencies, but insufficient authority to usurp the Constitution. B. The internal checks of the presidency were designed to be similar to the type of checks used to control the legislative branch. C. The Constitution provides the President with a long list of enumerated powers to promote the independence of the executive branch. D. Presidential power is absolute because of broad and easily invoked emergency powers that allow the President to gain an upper hand over his opponents.