The Supreme Court first declared that the courts have the power to overturn government acts that conflict with the Constitution in

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In Marbury v. Madison (1803), the Supreme Court established the principle of "judicial review," which gives the Court the power to declare acts of Congress unconstitutional. This established the Court's authority to strike down legislative and executive actions that are not consistent with the Constitution.

The Supreme Court First Declared That the Courts Have the Power