Asked by cool boy

What is an exception to the general rule that if something is against the law on a federal level, a state cannot decide it is legal?

A). arson of federal building
B). marijuana legalization
C). treasonous acts
D). dumping of toxic waste

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
B) marijuana legalization.

Cannabis remains illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act, but many states have passed laws legalizing and regulating its use. This works in practice because of federalism and limited federal enforcement (prosecutorial discretion and policy guidance), even though the Supremacy Clause means federal law technically still overrides state law.