Internment and the Constitution

Question 2 of 4 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2100315_United States History_FY

Which two arguments did the Supreme Court use to uphold the constitutionality of Korematsu’s internment?

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Due to the war, there was not enough time to hold trials or hearings before sending people to internment camps.

The military had a legitimate need to protect against espionage and sabotage.

Korematsu had been proven a Japanese spy and a threat to national security.

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Question 2 of 4 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2100315_United States History_FY

Answer

Due to the war, there was not enough time to hold trials or hearings before sending people to internment camps.

The military had a legitimate need to protect against espionage and sabotage.

Korematsu had been proven a Japanese spy and a threat to national security.

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