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Andrew Johnson

Andrew Johnson was the 17th President of the United States and served from April 15, 1865 to March 4, 1869.

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What was the Impeachment Trial of Andrew Johnson?

On February 24, 1868, U.S. President Andrew Johnson (December 29, 1808 - July 13, 1875) was impeached on the charge of high crimes and misdemeanors, for allegedly violating the Tenure of Office Act.

Specifically, the seventeenth President of the United States of America had tried to replace Edwin M. Stanton as Secretary of War. His first choice was General Ulysses S. Grant, who accepted reluctantly and then resigned. His second choice was General William T. Sherman, who adamantly refused the position. His third choice was Adjutant General Lorenzo Thomas, who reluctantly accepted the position on an interim basis.

But Stanton refused to accept presidential dismissal from the job and cede his position to Thomas. Stanton and the prosecution at the impeachment trial challenged the president's right to remove a cabinet member without prior Senate approval. At the trial, the prosecution also accused the president of having issued direct orders to U.S. Army officers without forwarding them first to General Grant.

What was the outcome of the impeachment trail of President Andrew Johnson?

Johnson, after being impeached by the House, escaped being found guilty by one vote in the Senate, and therefore was able to remain President and serve out his term of office. The act on which his impeachment was based and which he violated was later declared unconstitutional as Johnson said it should be. Another consequence was that the succession of the presidency was changed to put the Senate pro temp behind the Speaker of the House. In Johnson's day, the Senate pro tempore would have become President if Johnson was removed and the man voted to oust Johnson- a clear case of conflict of interest.

What charges were brought against President Andrew Johnson during impeachment?

Andrew Johnson actually faced two different attempts to impeach him, neither of which were successful. Johnson's impeachments were based on political differences, not any particular "crime".

William Clinton was impeached for lying under oath. He was acquitted by the Senate.

No President has ever been removed from office successfully through impeachment, although Richard Nixon resigned under the threat of impeachment, but he was not actually impeached by Congress.

How many times was President Johnson impeached?

Once.

The House Judiciary Committee attempted to impeach President Andrew Johnson in August 1867 on vague charges, but the resolution was voted down by members of the House. The Judiciary Committee's second attempt at impeachment, on eleven articles that were mostly related to the Tenure of Office Act, in February 1868, was successful when the House voted 126-47 in favor of the resolution.

What bad things did Andrew Johnson do?

He started the Indian Removal Act and he did not want the 15th amendment to pass.

What is Andrew Johnson's plan for the south?

Johnson believed that 'restoration' (as opposed to the term 'reconstruction') meant rebuilding the nation, restoring loyalty to the union, and abolishing slavery. (Note: Abolishing slavery and black equality aren't the same thing)

Claiming to follow Lincoln's original plan, which congress had believed to be too lenient as it was, Johnson submitted two proclamations which were even more lenient than Lincoln's.

The first required white southerners to take loyalty oaths in order to regain their civil and political rights and their property, with the exception of slaves. He excluded certain ex-Confederate civil and military officials from this pardon; they were required to obtain special pardons from the president himself.

The second proclamation outlined the terms for a state's readmission into the country. The president appointed to each state a governor, who was responsible for calling a convention to amend the state's antebellum constitution, ensuring each state a republican for of government. (as outlined in the constitution)

Once the states complied with these terms, Johnson would recognize their statehood and 'restoration' would be complete. He also said that those states which had completed Lincoln's original 10% Plan had, in his eyes, completed the process of readmission and were not required to fulfill his terms.

Why was the impeachment of Andrew Johnson?

Andrew Johnson had a very contentious relationship with a Radical Republican Congress. He was charged with not following proper procedure by violating the Tenure of Office Act, when he fired Edwin Stanton, the Secretary of War. This became of the first impeachment of an American president.

What was Andrew Johnson's profession?

He was a tailor and ran a tailor shop before he entered politics. He served in the state house of TN, served as governor and US Senator from TN before he was president. Of course, his last job before becoming president was that of vice-president.

Who was supposed to kill Vice President Andrew Johnson?

If you're referring to President Andrew Johnson, no one killed him. He was Abraham Lincoln's Vice-President, and assumed the office of President after Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth in 1865. Andrew Johnson died of a stroke in 1875.

What is Andrew Johnson remembered for?

I remember him as an honest public servant who was fell into an impossible position but did the best he could to do the right thing. I admire him considerably more than I do the leaders of Congress who impeached him. Of course, I am not history and am not sure that I can speak for her.

Why was Andrew Johnson important?

James Weldon Johnson became the first African-American to be the executive secretary of the NAACP. He was also very popular for his writing which included poetry, prose, and various songs. He was a great leader for the civil rights movement.

Why were Republicans pleased when Andrew Johnson became President?

At first, the Republicans were pleased because Johnson stated he wanted to deal harshly with leaders of the Confederacy, calling for the hanging of its President, Jefferson Davis, and other high officials, for treason.

They became less pleased when newly instated President Johnson took a soft approach toward the states, and advocated leniency and reconciliation with the states and its citizens, who had been "mislead and deceived." Despite his brash talk, Johnson pardoned many Confederate leaders, making him forever the mortal enemy of the (Radical) Republicans in Congress.

Was Andrew Johnson a villain or a hero?

If the question relates to US President Thomas Jefferson, he is almost universally portrayed in epic proportions as an American Hero. (Certainly there have been Jefferson's who do not rank so well. Jefferson Davis as the President of the Confederate States of America comes to mind and Jefferson Airplane, was neither heroic or villainous but produced good psychedelic rock music in the 60's.)

Does Andrew Johnson have brothers and sisters?

One of his brothers name was William. He and Andrew ran away from the tailor they were working for.

What sport did Andrew Johnson play?

He was not noted for his athletic prowess.

What did Andrew Johnson do on his free time?

There is very little information about Andrew Johnson's personal life including what he did in his free time. This could be because there was a lot going on during his term that required full attention to his Presidency. This could have left him with very little free time for personal luxuries and entertainment. This could also be because he was a private person who did not allow knowledge about his personal life to be public information.

What is one domestic affair for Andrew Johnson?

Reconstruction was the major domestic issue during Andrew Johnson's presidency. It was during his presidency that the Thirteenth, Fourteenth, and Fifteenth Amendments went into effect.

Which of these is an incorrect match about Abraham Lincoln Andrew Johnson Zachary Taylor Franklin Pierce?

Zachary Taylor 12th of USA served from 1849-1850 he brought an American victory in the Mexican-American war. Franklin Pierce 14th President of USA from 1853-1857 he made many unpopular decisions, he was not a favored president. Abraham Lincoln 16th President of USA he served from 1861 till he was assassinated in 1865, he led the US through the Civil War. Andrew Johnson 17th President of USA served from 1865-1869, heâ??s not a viewed as a popular president due his views on African Americans.

Did Andrew Johnson ever run for president?

Yes. He ran in 1964 and won. LBJ also particpated in the New Hampshire primary in 1968 before pulling out.

Who is vice president Andrew Johnson?

Andrew Johnson replaced Hannibal Hamlin on Abraham Lincoln's second election ticket because Lincoln believed there was a political advantage to be gained. Johnson was supported by the War Democrats (became the National Union Party) and broadened Lincoln's base of support. Lincoln also considered Tennessee-native Johnson would be useful during the anticipated Reconstruction of the South.

Was president Andrew Johnson impeached and forced from office?

No, you have that backwards. Impeachment always begins in the House of Representatives; if a simple majority of the House votes for impeachment, the official proceeds to trial in the Senate. That is how President Johnson's impeachment worked, too.

What was some of Andrew Johnson's problems?

Andrew Johnson biggest challeng was both attempts of his impeachments.

Why was Johnson impeached?

President Johnson was impeached for violating the Tenure of Office Act, but never removed from office.

The Tenure of Office Act prohibited the President from firing any official who had been placed in office with the "advice and consent" of the Senate unless the Senate also approved the removal.

President Johnson wanted to replace Secretary of War, Edwin M. Stanton, whom Lincoln had appointed Secretary of War in 1862. Stanton had informed the President that the military chain of command had been changed, and that the Southern military leaders would henceforth answer only to Congress, and not the President.

In August 1867, Johnson responded by attempting to fire Stanton and replace him with Ulysses S. Grant, but the Senate supported Stanton and refused to confirm Grant's appointment and reinstated Stanton against the President's wishes. In February 1868, Johnson appointed Lorenzo Thomas as the new Secretary of War and ordered the Southern military leaders to report directly to him.

Stanton refused to step down, instead barricading himself in his office where he lived for three days until the House of Representatives brought eleven Articles of impeachment against Andrew Johnson for "high crimes and misdemeanors," among them violating the Tenure of Office Act in defiance of the Senate. Other charges included violating the Command of the Army Act and libeling Congress with "inflammatory and scandalous harangues."

Johnson was impeached by a vote of 126-47, but was acquitted by a single vote at his Senate removal trial.