What Specific Act Did the House of Representatives Cite in Its

question 14

Multiple Choice

What specific act did the House of Representatives cite in its attempt to impeach Andrew Johnson?

• A)He pardoned Jefferson Davis in violation of the Fourteenth Amendment.
• B)He removed Edwin Stanton in violation of the Tenure of Office Act.
• C)An independent investigator revealed that Johnson had taken bribes.
• D)Johnson issued an executive order that raised his own pay.

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