WHICH BRANCH OF GOVERNMENT DID THE FRAMERS OF THE CONSTITUTION SEEK TO RESTRICT IN POWER WITH THE BILL OF RIGHTS?

The Framers of the Constitution sought to restrict the power of the federal government, particularly the legislative branch, with the Bill of Rights. They aimed to protect individual liberties and ensure that the government could not infringe upon fundamental rights such as freedom of speech, religion, and assembly. By enumerating specific rights, the Bill of Rights serves as a safeguard against potential governmental overreach.