Judicial Branch Responsibilities and Powers

The video explores the relationship between Congress and the judiciary, highlighting John Marshall's views on judicial duty, the challenges of maintaining impartiality in a partisan environment, and Congress's role in establishing and overseeing courts. It discusses the balance of power, constitutional amendments, and concludes with reflections on the rule of law and justice.

What did John Marshall emphasize as the duty of the judicial department?

• To create laws

• To amend the Constitution

• To interpret the law

• To enforce laws

Why are most federal judges given lifetime appointments?

• To increase their salaries

• To reduce their workload

• To allow them to participate in politics

• To ensure they remain impartial

What is the only court specifically mentioned in the U.S. Constitution?

• U.S. Supreme Court

• U.S. Tax Court

• U.S. Court of Appeals

• U.S. District Court

What is a potential issue when new courts are established?

• Public opposition

• Insufficient funding

• Lack of judges

• Political influence

How many federal judges have been impeached by the House since 1803?

• 25

• 15

• 20

• 10

What power do the courts have regarding laws?

• To create new laws

• To enforce laws

• To amend laws

• To rule on their constitutionality

What can Congress do if a law is ruled unconstitutional?

• Enforce the law anyway

• Revise the legislation

• Abolish the court

• Ignore the ruling

What was the impact of the 24th Amendment?

• It restricted voting rights

• It increased voting age

• It outlawed poll taxes

• It allowed poll taxes

What is a challenge mentioned in creating a nation with liberty and justice for all?

• Limiting Congress's power

• Reducing the number of courts

• Increasing taxes

• Determining what justice is

What is the relationship between Congress and the courts often described as?

• Indifferent

• Harmonious

• Contentious

• Cooperative