Andrew Jackson: “According to this plain constitutional provision, the claim of the…”

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According to this plain constitutional provision, the claim of the bank can never be paid without an appropriation by act of Congress.

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Jackson states that the bank cannot receive payment without Congressional approval, highlighting constitutional principles.

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