Even though the "elastic clause" gives the Congress the power to pass all laws considered "necessary and proper," which of the following legally protects the people from congressional abuses?

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30 July, 20:51

Even though the "elastic clause" gives the Congress the power to pass all laws considered "necessary and proper," which of the following legally protects the people from congressional abuses?

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Jadyn Morrow · Answer 1

Elastic clause

this is a statement in the U. S. constitution granting congress the power to pass all laws necessary and proper for carrying out the enumerated list of powers

enumerated

these are powers given to the federal government by the terms of the U. S. constitution

exclusive powers

these are powers that can only be executed by the federal government