Summarize the facts of the case and discuss the implications for federalism from the Supreme Court's ruling in McCulloch v. Maryland.
What will be an ideal response?
Maryland attempted to tax a Baltimore bank created by Congress. McCulloch, a cashier, refused to pay and was taken to court. The Court ruled Congress had the power to create a bank even though the Constitution did not explicitly grant such a power. The national government was created by the people and, therefore, superior to the state governments. Due to the elastic clause (or the necessary and proper clause), Congress has "implied power" to put in place its enumerated ones.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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