SCOTUS Comparison: Marbury v. Madison and United States v. Nixon on Judicial Power

In the landmark Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison (1803), the Court established the principle of judicial review, allowing courts to invalidate laws that are contrary to the Constitution. In contrast, the case of United States v. Nixon (1974) addressed the limits of presidential power and the role of the judiciary in checking that power.

Compare the reasoning and decisions of these two cases, focusing on how each case has shaped the scope of judicial power and its relationship with the other branches of government. In your response, include specific examples from each case to support your comparison.