John Marshall
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The United States has had only 17 Chief Justices in its more than 235-year history. From the court’s humble beginnings to its modern role as a powerful institution at the center of American life, each Chief Justice has left a distinct mark on the Supreme Court and the nation. Here is a concise overview of…
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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,…
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