Question

which of president johnsons actions led directly to his impeachment by congress? he fired the secretary of war in violation of the tenure of office act. he vetoed many of the laws associated with the reconstruction acts. he sought to limit the influence and power of the freedmens bureau. he expressed his dislike for supporters of the radical republicans.

Explanation:

President Andrew Johnson's firing of Secretary of War Edwin Stanton in violation of the Tenure - of - Office Act directly led to his impeachment by Congress. The Tenure - of - Office Act was designed to limit the president's power to remove certain office - holders without Senate approval. Johnson's action was seen as a blatant disregard for Congress - passed legislation.

Answer:

He fired the Secretary of War in violation of the Tenure of Office Act.