Gibbons v. Ogden case confirmed federal authority over regulating interstate commerce.

In a landmark legal case, the Gibbons v. Ogden Supreme Court decision confirmed the authority of the federal government to oversee and regulate commerce that takes place between different states. This ruling was pivotal in shaping the balance of power between state and federal governments in the United States, specifically in matters concerning interstate trade. The case centered around disputes between steamboat operators over navigation rights on waterways between New York and New Jersey. Chief Justice John Marshall's opinion established that the Commerce Clause of the Constitution grants Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce, setting a precedent for future interpretations and decisions regarding the extent of federal authority in economic matters. #GibbonsvOgden #SupremeCourt #InterstateCommerce #FederalPower