Question

a legal scholar is analyzing how judicial review determines whether laws are constitutional. which scenario best demonstrates judicial review in action? the supreme court rules that a state law violates the first amendment. the president swiftly issues an executive order on critical national security. congress passes a law restricting public demonstrations. state governors sign a new education reform bill into law.

Explanation:

Judicial review is the power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional. The Supreme Court ruling a state law violates the First Amendment is judicial review (checking if a law is constitutional). Congress passing a law is legislative action, the president issuing an executive order is executive action, and a governor signing a bill is state-level legislative-executive action—none are judicial review.

Answer:

A. The Supreme Court rules that a state law violates the First Amendment