President Andrew Jackson's statement, "John Marshall has made his decision. Now let him enforce it!" refers to D the Worcester v. Georgia Supreme Court decision. This 1832 Supreme Court decision ruled that the state of Georgia did not have the authority to impose its laws within the boundaries of the Cherokee Nation. Jackson's statement suggests his disregard for the ruling, as he did not intend to enforce it, which ultimately led to the forced removal of Native Americans from their lands.
"John Marshall has made his decision. Now let him enforce it!"
- President Andrew Jackson, 1832
What is President Jackson referring to in this statement?
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A The Treaty of New EchotaThe Treaty of New Echota
B The Indian Removal Act of 1830The Indian Removal Act of 1830
C the Cherokee Nation v. Georgia Supreme Court decisionthe Cherokee Nation v. Georgia Supreme Court decision
D the Worcester v. Georgia Supreme Court decision
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