Which statement accurately describes a controversy surrounding the 2000 presidential election?

The Supreme Court decided by a single vote to stop the recount in Florida and give the election to George W. Bush.

The Senate and the House of Representatives split over who had actually won the popular vote.

George W. Bush's supporters argued that absentee ballots from white voters in Vermont had not been counted.

Al Gore's supporters claimed that he had won the popular vote in Texas, but lost the electoral vote.

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Jazlynn Hoover

13 February, 12:03

Which statement accurately describes a controversy surrounding the 2000 presidential election?

The Supreme Court decided by a single vote to stop the recount in Florida and give the election to George W. Bush.

The Senate and the House of Representatives split over who had actually won the popular vote.

George W. Bush's supporters argued that absentee ballots from white voters in Vermont had not been counted.

Al Gore's supporters claimed that he had won the popular vote in Texas, but lost the electoral vote.

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Helen Moody · Answer 1

a. The supreme court decided by a single vote to stop the recount in Florida

Explanation:

There was an issue with the ballots, so many wanted a recount to make sure the election was fair. If they had recounted, there was a chance that Al Gore would've actually won the presidency.