AP U.S. Gov: McCulloch v. Maryland [Required Case] -- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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🏛️ McCulloch v. Maryland | AP Gov Required Supreme Court Cases Series
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Hey Everyone! I'm Mr. Willis, and You Will Love AP Gov! Welcome back to my Supreme Court Cases series for AP U.S. Government and Politics!

In this episode, Mr. Willis dives into McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)—the landmark case that established the doctrine of implied powers and reinforced the Supremacy Clause. This foundational case helped define the evolving relationship between federal and state governments and set the stage for a stronger national government.

📚 Whether you're preparing for the AP Gov exam or just exploring the Constitution in action, this video will walk you through the facts of the case, the Court's reasoning, and the long-term legacy of this historic decision.

👀 Topics Covered:

Background on the Second Bank of the United States

Maryland’s attempt to tax a federal institution

The Court’s interpretation of the Necessary and Proper Clause

The Supremacy Clause and federal power

Why “the power to tax involves the power to destroy”

The ongoing impact of implied powers and national supremacy

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