Why did conflict erupt between President Johnson and Congress after Lincoln’s assassination?(1 po int)

Responses

Neither Congress nor the President wanted a Joint Committee on Reconstruction to dictate the plan.
Neither Congress nor the President wanted a Joint Committee on Reconstruction to dictate the plan.

Southern conservatives enacted the black codes against Congress’ wishes.
Southern conservatives enacted the black codes against Congress’ wishes.

Republicans disagreed with President Johnson's Reconstruction Plan.
Republicans disagreed with President Johnson's Reconstruction Plan.

Southern Congressmen agreed with President Johnson's Radical Reconstruction Plan.
Southern Congressmen agreed with President Johnson's Radical Reconstruction Plan.

1 answer

The correct response is: Republicans disagreed with President Johnson's Reconstruction Plan.

After Lincoln's assassination, President Andrew Johnson's approach to Reconstruction differed significantly from the more radical views held by many members of Congress, particularly the Republicans. This led to significant conflict and challenges in implementing a cohesive Reconstruction strategy.