[Lurker]

Yes, they could certainly do that. It's a bad idea, but they can do it.

So you think the restraints laid down on the Federal Government by the Founding Fathers are a bad idea?

[Toddsterpatriot]

Nice try. LOL!

For instance Congress could legally declare that a one dollar bill is legally exchangeable for 1/1000th of an ounce of gold or 1/25th ounce of silver at any Federally chartered bank.

Congress could legally follow your suggestion. Just because it's legal, doesn't make it a good idea.