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Congress passed the Tenure of Office Act in 1867 to
change the approval process for appointees to require approval by two-thirds of the Senate.
prohibit President Johnson from firing government officials without Senate approval.
extend greater rights to African Americans.
limit the power of Southern politicians.
change the approval process for appointees to require approval by two-thirds of the Senate.
prohibit President Johnson from firing government officials without Senate approval.
extend greater rights to African Americans.
limit the power of Southern politicians.
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Congress passed the Tenure of Office Act in 1867 to **prohibit President Johnson from firing government officials without Senate approval**. This act was part of the broader conflict between Congress and President Andrew Johnson during the Reconstruction Era, particularly regarding the administration of newly acquired rights for African Americans and the governance of Southern states.