The Tenth Amendment

The Tenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution emphasizes that any powers not specifically granted to the federal government, nor prohibited to the states, are reserved for the states or the people. Essentially, it reinforces the idea of federalism by ensuring that states maintain authority over matters not explicitly covered by federal law. This amendment serves to limit the power of the national government, encouraging a balance between federal and state powers, and promoting local governance and individual rights. It reflects the founding principle that government power is derived from the consent of the governed.