What precedent did United States v. Cruikshank (1876) establish regarding civil rights enforcement?

• A. The Court expanded federal power to prosecute private civil rights violations.
• B. The Court limited federal power to prosecute private civil rights violations; emphasized state action.
• C. The Court held the 14th Amendment unconstitutional.
• D. The Court allowed federal troops to intervene in all civil rights cases.

Answer: (B)