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A region designated by Congress and organized under a governor is called a territory. Territories are areas that are not yet admitted as states but are under the jurisdiction and control of the federal government. The governor acts as the executive authority in the territory, overseeing its administration and governance.
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John C. Calhoun
Statehood is typically granted by the central government or the ruling authority of a country. In most cases, a territory or region that wishes to become a state must meet certain criteria set by the central government, such as having a defined territory, a permanent population, a functioning government, and the ability to support itself economically. The process of granting statehood varies from country to country.
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No. The city has it's own government but Congress has the ultimate authority.
to use military force to establish peace in Cuba ANDpurchase Alaskan territory
He may do so personally with congress as authority to arrange this with section 8 in the constitution.