Why did the United States not join the League of Nations after World War I, even though President Wilson proposed it?

Question

Responses
A The United States did not want to get involved in European conflicts. The United States did not want to get involved in European conflicts.
B The League of Nations rejected the United States’ membership request.The League of Nations rejected the United States’ membership request.
C The United States was focused on expanding its colonies.The United States was focused on expanding its colonies.
D The United States was still recovering from its losses during the war

Answer 1

The most accurate response is: A. The United States did not want to get involved in European conflicts.

After World War I, there was significant isolationist sentiment in the U.S. Many Americans were reluctant to commit to international agreements that could entangle the nation in foreign conflicts. Although President Wilson advocated for the League of Nations as part of his 14 Points for peace, his vision faced opposition in the Senate, primarily from those who feared that membership would compromise U.S. sovereignty and commit the nation to international military obligations. Ultimately, the Senate did not ratify the Treaty of Versailles, and the U.S. did not join the League.