The Supreme Court uses a significant power to declare acts of the other two branches of government, and of state governments, as unconstitutional and thus invalid. This power is referred to as ______________.

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The power described is commonly known as judicial review. This power allows the Supreme Court to interpret the Constitution and declare acts by the other branches of government and state governments unconstitutional and therefore invalid.

The Supreme Court Uses a Significant Power to Declare Acts