Why did Anti-Federalists object to the Necessary and Proper Clause?
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Correct answer: They feared it could be used to expand federal power far beyond the clearly listed powers
Anti-Federalists worried that the Necessary and Proper Clause gave Congress broad implied powers. They feared this could allow the federal government to stretch its authority and reduce state power.
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