In , the Supreme Court justices determined that slaves were property and therefore had no legal rights.

Dred Scott v Sanford

Explanation:

In Dred Scott v Sanford, the Supreme Court justices determined that slaves were property and therefore had no legal rights.

In the Dred Scott v Sanford case, Dred Scott a black American who had lived an a territory were slavery had been banned sued for his freedom arguing that since he had lived in illinois and Wisconsin, both free territory, he was a free man. However, the court ruled that he was still a slave, the Supreme court corroborated the ruling of the lesser court that he was still a slave and therefore had no legal right and cannot sue.

the supreme court plays a big role in government. the constitution gives them ability to check the president and the congresses actions and dictate if their actions are allowed by the constitution or not.

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