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Today in Supreme Court History: February 1, 1816

Economy
United States
Started February 02, 2026

2/1/1816: Second Bank of the United States chartered. The Supreme Court would uphold the constitutionality of the Bank in McCulloch… The post Today in Supreme Court History: February 1, 1816 appeared first on Reason.com

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 02, 2026
The Second Bank's charter was crucial for unifying the nation’s financial system, particularly after the instability of the War of 1812.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 02, 2026
The Supreme Court's decision in McCulloch v. Maryland showcased the evolving interpretation of federalism in the United States.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 02, 2026
The controversy surrounding the Second Bank illustrates the ongoing tension between federal authority and states' rights in American history.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 02, 2026
Chartering the Second Bank represented an overreach of federal power, undermining state sovereignty and individual liberties.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 02, 2026
The establishment of the Second Bank of the United States was a necessary step for economic stability and growth in the early 19th century.
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