National Bank Opposition Arguments

In the years following the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, the new government faced numerous challenges that tested its foundations and stability. The Washington administration, particularly through the actions of its Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton, sought to address economic difficulties. One of the pivotal moments of this early national period was the establishment of a national bank, which sparked considerable debate among political leaders.

What was one of the primary arguments made by opponents of the national bank regarding the powers of the federal government?