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From the moment that Jefferson was inaugurated, he began what he described as the Revolution of 1800. This was his attempt to repeal major actions that he felt the Federalists had taken to needlessly strengthen the hand of the Federal government. This included allowing the Alien and Sedition Act to lapse and the repeal of the federal whiskey tax. For all Jefferson's changes, his Presidency was more one of stability than of change.
Jefferson was a leading advocate of strict interpretation of the Constitution. Despite this fact, he took two major actions in his first term that, under a strict interpretation of the Constitution, he lacked the power to do. The first was to send forces against the Barbary Pirates. His orders to the force commander instructed him to take military action to end forced payment of ransom. The policy was successful, but Jefferson did not consult Congress before instructing this use of force.
Second, in secret negotiations, Jefferson agreed to purchase the Louisiana Territory from France. This purchase, for $15 million, doubled the size of the United States. There was, however, no provision in the constitution that provided for the purchase of land.
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Where did Thomas Jefferson become president?
Thomas Jefferson became president in Washington D.C. at the house of congress.
Who had became vice president in 1796?
Thomas Jefferson
Who became the president with the election of 1800?
Thomas Jefferson
Who ran for president when Thomas Jefferson did in 1801?
Aaron Burr ran for president against Thomas Jefferson in 1800. He became Thomas Jefferson's first vice president. He also murdered Alexander Hamilton.
What is the capital of Missouri?
The capital of Missouri is Jefferson City. Jefferson City became the capital in 1821 and is named after President Thomas Jefferson.
Who became president and vice-president after the election of 1796?
John Adams became president and Thomas Jefferson became Vice President.
What was the year that Thomas Jefferson became president?
1801 - 1809
What did thomas Jefferson do before he became the presidint?
vice president
What role did Thomas Jefferson play after the revolutionary war ended?
Thomas Jefferson became Secretary of State during George Washington's Presidency. Alexander Hamilton was a Secretary of Treasury.After that , Jefferson became Vice President, and John Adams was a President.Later, Thomas Jefferson became the 3rd President of the United States of America.
What was the day Thomas Jefferson became president?
Thomas Jefferson was sworn in and assumed the U.S. Presidency on March 4, 1801.
Facts in history When Thomas Jefferson was president?
became third president 1801 - 09
What does march 4th 1801 have to do with Thomas Jefferson?
That's the date Jefferson officially became president.
