In 1793, President George Washington received Edmond Genet as the formal emissary of the revolutionary government of France in 1793, setting a precedent for the presidential power to

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President George Washington's reception of Edmond Genet established the precedent for the presidential power to recognize other countries. This action affirmed the United States' sovereignty and independence as a nation and demonstrated its ability to engage in international relations. It also allowed the United States to establish diplomatic relations with France, which were important during the revolutionary period. The act did not pertain to regulating immigration, establishing alliances or undertaking covert operations against foreign governments.

In 1793, President George Washington Received Edmond Genet as the Formal