In 1996,the Defense of Marriage Act was enacted after passing both houses of Congress and being signed into law by President Bill Clinton.The Defense of Marriage Act defined marriage as between a man and a woman and banned recognition of same-sex marriages.The decision of the Supreme Court to take a case that challenged the constitutionality of the Act is a reflection of which power?

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The power being reflected in the Supreme Court's decision to take a case challenging the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act is judicial review. Judicial review is the power of the Supreme Court to interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutionality of laws passed by Congress. By taking on the case, the Supreme Court is asserting its authority to review the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act.

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