According to thomas jefferson, how should the necessary and proper clause be interpreted? this clause states, " ... to make all laws necessary and proper for carrying into execution the enumerated powers."

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Joey

1 January, 08:13

According to thomas jefferson, how should the necessary and proper clause be interpreted? this clause states, " ... to make all laws necessary and proper for carrying into execution the enumerated powers."

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Kassandra Schaefer · Answer 1

If the federal government can perform an enumerated power without a law or action, then that law or action is unnecessary and therefore unconstitutional.