Question

which of these actions are prohibited by the constitution? check all that apply. passing
ecessary and proper\ laws suspending habeas corpus during peacetime borrowing money for the government creating a national religion creating a law ex post facto

Explanation:

• The "necessary and proper" clause allows Congress to pass laws deemed appropriate for carrying out its enumerated powers, so passing such laws is not prohibited.
• Habeas corpus can generally only be suspended in cases of rebellion or invasion, so suspending it in peacetime is prohibited.
• The government has the power to borrow money, so this is not prohibited.
• The First - Amendment's Establishment Clause prohibits the creation of a national religion.
• Ex post facto laws, which retroactively criminalize actions that were legal when done, are prohibited by the Constitution.

Answer:

• Suspending habeas corpus during peacetime
• Creating a national religion
• Creating a law ex post facto