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What did Minton generally oppose as a Justice?

  • Federal legislation

  • State sovereignty

  • Ruling federal legislation unconstitutional

  • Judicial review

Answer

Ruling federal legislation unconstitutional was generally opposed by Justice Minton. He believed that the federal government should have the power to enact laws that would benefit the nation as a whole, even if they may infringe on individual liberties to some extent.
The Judicial Journey of Sherman Minton: Exploring the Legacy of a U.S. Supreme Court Justice

The Judicial Journey of Sherman Minton: Exploring the Legacy of a U.S. Supreme Court Justice

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