Constitutional Rights

Liberty University v. Geithner

Historical Case

Case Summary Issue: Whether the Commerce Clause, or any other provision of the United States Constitution, gives Congress the power to require individuals to purchase health insurance? Plaintiff: Liberty University,…

Commonwealth of Virginia v. Sebelius

Historical Case

Case Summary Issue: Whether the Commerce Clause, or any other provision of the United States Constitution, gives Congress the power to require individuals to purchase health insurance? Plaintiff: Commonwealth Of…

Lozano v. Hazleton

Historical Case

Case Summary Issue: Whether an ordinance adopted by the City of Hazleton is unconstitutional because it invades an area preempted by the federal government—immigration? Plaintiff: Pedro Lozano; Humberto Hernandez; Rosa…

Medellin v. Texas

Historical Case

Case Summary Issue: Whether President Bush exceeded his authority in ordering the State of Texas to comply with an international treaty and must Texas ignore the Constitution and adhere to…