Question

Why did republicans in congress decide to take control of reconstruction from the president? 1 point

a. white southern women refused to support the 15th amendment
b. southern states began passing black codes to restrict african americans’ freedoms
c. president johnson vetoed the wade-davis bill
d. president lincoln was assassinated by a southern sympathizer?

Answer 1

President Lincoln vetoed the Wade-Davis Bill which was even stricter. Violence against Black people increased and the Southerners wanted to stop this and promote equality. So the correct answer to your question is C. Hope this helps!