Judicial review is the power of
A)the courts to decide on the constitutionality of actions taken by the other branches of government.
B)Congress to review the decisions of the federal courts.
C)the states to review the constitutionality of federal actions and laws.
D)the courts to review and edit pieces of legislation before they are voted on in Congress.

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Judicial review refers to the authority of the courts to review and declare the constitutionality of actions taken by the other branches of government, such as Congress or the executive branch. It is a critical component of the system of checks and balances in the US government, ensuring that no branch of government oversteps its constitutional bounds. B, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of judicial review.

Judicial Review Is the Power of