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Why were some members of Congress in favor of incorporating the Bill of Rights with regard to the Fourteenth Amendment?
the Bill of Rights would cover both state and federal laws
the Bill of Rights would protect both citizens and noncitizens
only federal laws would need to be followed
only state laws would need to be followed
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the Bill of Rights would cover both state and federal laws
Explanation: Originally the Bill of Rights restricted only the federal government. Some members of Congress wanted the Fourteenth Amendment to "incorporate" those protections so states as well as the federal government would be required to respect fundamental individual rights.
Explanation: Originally the Bill of Rights restricted only the federal government. Some members of Congress wanted the Fourteenth Amendment to "incorporate" those protections so states as well as the federal government would be required to respect fundamental individual rights.
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