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The Administrative State and the Nondelegation Doctrine Debate

Quick fact

For over 80 years, the Supreme Court hasn't struck down a single federal law for violating the nondelegation doctrine, even though it is meant to keep legislative power within Congress.

Why this is interesting

You may have heard that Congress writes the laws, but in reality, unelected bureaucrats write most of the rules that govern your life. How did that happen—and is it even constitutional?