The power of eminent domain requires the government to provide just compensation to a property owner when taking private property for public purposes.

(1) Briefly explain how the government has the power to make this happen in the United States, and (2) Discuss your thoughts on whether the following should be considered "public purposes" [Be sure to explain where you see distinctions and why]:

The government is taking private property to transfer to a private company for the development of an esports stadium. (2)Changing the zoning regulations for a piece of land to prohibit all construction of structures on the property in order to help create a "green space."