What was a result of the tension between president Andrew Johnson and the radical Republicans over reconstruction?

A. The House of Representatives impeached President Johnson.

B. The Senate convicted President Johnson.

C. President Johnson ran for re-election in 1868.

D. President Johnson did not finish his presidential term.

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Lyla Atkins

15 June, 09:16

What was a result of the tension between president Andrew Johnson and the radical Republicans over reconstruction?

A. The House of Representatives impeached President Johnson.

B. The Senate convicted President Johnson.

C. President Johnson ran for re-election in 1868.

D. President Johnson did not finish his presidential term.

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Shnookie · Answer 1

A. The House of Representatives impeached President Johnson.

Angelique Randolph · Answer 2

The House of Representatives impeached President Johnson.

Explanation:

His impeachment was the result of political conflict and the rupture of ideologies after the American Civil War. After Lincoln plans Andrew Johnson intended on carrying out his plans, but the Radical Republicans in Congress wanted to set up military governments. President Johnson was impeached by the House of Representatives on February 24, 1868 for high crimes and misdemeanours.