Question

Summarize the issue in Marbury v. Madison.(1 point)
1. Marbury tried to sue Madison because he believed that Jefferson stole the presidency.
2. The Supreme Court did not have enough power to listen to Marbury’s complaints.
3. John Adams appointed William Marbury as a justice to try to stack the court. Incoming Secretary of State, James Madison, refused to deliver the official papers of appointment, and Marbury complained to the Supreme Court.
4. John Adams appointed William Marbury as a justice to try to stack the court. Incoming Secretary of State, James Madison, refused to deliver the official papers of appointment, and Marbury complained to Adams and demanded his job.

Answer 1

The correct summary of the issue in Marbury v. Madison is:

3. John Adams appointed William Marbury as a justice to try to stack the court. Incoming Secretary of State, James Madison, refused to deliver the official papers of appointment, and Marbury complained to the Supreme Court.