Question

Why does Jefferson think the National Bank is unconstitutional

Answer 1

Thomas Jefferson opposed this plan. He thought states should charter banks that could issue money. Jefferson also believed that the Constitution did not give the national government the power to establish a bank. Hamilton disagreed on this point too.

Answer 2

Thomas Jefferson opposed this plan. He thought states should charter banks that could issue money. Jefferson also believed that the Constitution did not give the national government the power to establish a bank. ... The bank became an important political issue in 1791, and for years to come.