Question

The _____ have the power to decide whether or not an action of the government violates the Constitution.

Answer 1

The courts have the power to decide whether or not an action of the government violates the Constitution.

Answer 2

The Supreme Court of the United States has the power to decide whether or not an action of the government violates the Constitution, it's role in our system derives from it's authority to invalidate legislation or executive actions which are considered, by the Court itself, in conflict with the Constitution.