How did the Federalists react when they were defeated by Thomas Jefferson in 1800?
A)They proposed an amendment to the Constitution that would weaken Jefferson's role.
B)They tried to retain power through the judiciary by packing it with their appointees.
C)They were not concerned,as they still had control of both houses of Congress.
D)They applied to the Supreme Court for a writ of mandamus to prevent Jefferson from being inaugurated.

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The Federalists tried to retain power through the judiciary by packing it with their appointees. This led to the controversial case of Marbury v. Madison, which established the principle of judicial review. There is no evidence to suggest that they proposed an amendment to weaken Jefferson's role, were not concerned about losing power, or applied to the Supreme Court for a writ of mandamus.

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