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Yet, these same politicians now attempt to wield the Tenth Amendment as a shield against federal authority, presenting a contradictory stance that underscores their allegiance to radical leftist agendas rather than constitutional norms.
The Historic Supreme Court Case: Martin v. Mott (1827)
At the core of this legal showdown is Martin v. Mott, a decision that has been quietly yet profoundly guiding American constitutional law for two centuries. The case explicitly declared that when the President, in his role as Commander-in-Chief, calls out the militia—modernly known as the National Guard—his decision is "conclusive upon all other persons," including governors, judges, and other officials.