The Congress shall have Power. . . to regulate commerce with foreign nations, and among the several states. -U.S constitution, article I, Section 8, Clause 3

Question

How did the U.S. Supreme Court interpret this article in Givvons v. Ogden (1824)?

Select TWO correct answers.

(2 points)
Responses

States may control commerce within their borders that involves foreign countries.

States may pass legislation that restricts interstate commerce.

States may possess the power to regulate interstate commerce.

States may be subject to federal regulation in matters of commerce.

States may regulate commerce within their own borders.

Answer 1

In Gibbons v. Ogden (1824), the U.S. Supreme Court interpreted the Commerce Clause to emphasize the federal government's authority over interstate commerce. The two correct responses regarding the Court's interpretation in this case are:

1. States may be subject to federal regulation in matters of commerce.
2. States may possess the power to regulate interstate commerce.

However, it is important to clarify that while states have certain powers, the ruling prioritized federal power over interstate commerce, leading to broader federal authority. If the intention was to be more precise regarding the case's implications, the two most accurate choices might be:

1. States may be subject to federal regulation in matters of commerce.
2. States may regulate commerce within their own borders.

This captures the essence of the ruling, where the federal government held more power in regulating commerce that crossed state lines, while also allowing states some authority over intrastate commerce.