Even though the Founders surely intended that Congress hold a great deal of power over the judicial branch, in reality the basic organization of federal courts has remained basically the same throughout U.S. history. Congress has created new courts and reorganized others, and the system has grown increasingly complex. The courts have a great deal of independence, however, and they have established the judicial branch as a strong coequal to Congress and the president.
- Subject:
- History
- Political Science
- Social Science
- U.S. History
- Material Type:
- Lesson Plan
- Provider:
- Independence Hall Association
- Provider Set:
- American Government
- Date Added:
- 04/27/2022