Question

How did the Dred Scott decision affect free African Americans?

Answer 1

In essence, the decision argued that as a slave Scott was not a citizen and could not sue in a federal court. ... Taney also stated that Congress had no power to exclude slavery from the territories (thus invalidating the Missouri Compromise [1820]) and that African Americans could never become U.S. citizens

Answer 2

Answer:

In essence, the choice argued that as a slave Scott wasn't a citizen and will not sue during a judicature. ... Taney also stated that Congress had no power to exclude slavery from the territories (thus invalidating the Missouri Compromise [1820]) which African Americans could never become U.S. citizens.