Which of these statements describe why President Johnson lost the support of Congress?

Check all that apply.

Johnson's plan to punish the South was too radical for Congress to tolerate.

Johnson was a Southern Democrat who did little to protect the newly freed slaves.

Johnson went against Congress and violated the Tenure of Office Act.

Johnson lost the support of Congress because he did not punish the South severely enough.

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Lexi Herring

3 June, 18:04

Which of these statements describe why President Johnson lost the support of Congress?

Check all that apply.

Johnson's plan to punish the South was too radical for Congress to tolerate.

Johnson was a Southern Democrat who did little to protect the newly freed slaves.

Johnson went against Congress and violated the Tenure of Office Act.

Johnson lost the support of Congress because he did not punish the South severely enough.

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Selina Mayer · Answer 1

B, C, & D

Explanation:

Johnson was a Southern Democrat who did little to protect the newly freed slaves.

Johnson went against Congress and violated the Tenure of Office Act.

Johnson lost the support of Congress because he did not punish the South severely enough.