federalism

Gibbons v. Ogden (1824): The Case That Forged Federal Supremacy Over Interstate Commerce

Jun 4, 2025

Introduction Often described as a cornerstone of American constitutional law, Gibbons v. Ogden (1824) established the federal government’s broad authority over interstate commerce, shaping the balance of power between state and federal governments. Argued before the U.S. Supreme Court at a time when America was still in its infancy, the case pitted two steamboat operators—and,…
San Francisco and Santa Clara County Sue Trump Administration Over Sanctuary City Crackdown

Feb 9, 2025

San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu announced on Friday, February 7, 2025, that the City and County of San Francisco, alongside Santa Clara County, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s latest directives targeting sanctuary jurisdictions. The legal action seeks to protect local control and public safety from what officials describe as unconstitutional federal…

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