The Establishment of the Judicial Branch

The video tutorial explains the concept of rules and laws, highlighting that even laws must follow the Constitution. It details the establishment of the judicial branch of the U.S. government post-American Revolutionary War, emphasizing the separation of powers and checks and balances. The Constitution's Article 3 established the judicial branch, and Congress later defined its structure through the Judiciary Act of 1789. The video also covers the evolution of the Supreme Court's composition, concluding with a review and quiz on the judicial branch's establishment.

Describe the structure of the judicial branch as outlined in the Judiciary Act of 1789.

How many justices were originally designated for the Supreme Court, and what change was made in 1869?