Comparative Analysis of SCOTUS Cases on Federalism

In the landmark case Marbury v. Madison (1803), the Supreme Court established the principle of judicial review, allowing the Court to declare acts of Congress unconstitutional. In contrast, in United States v. Lopez (1995), the Supreme Court limited the scope of the Commerce Clause and affirmed states' rights against federal overreach.

Using these two cases, compare how the Supreme Court has interpreted the balance of powers between federal and state governments.