What was President James Polk's role in the controversy surrounding the Wilmot Proviso?

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President James Polk dismissed the Wilmot Proviso as an attempt to contain slavery and convinced David Wilmot to withhold it. While Polk supported the expansion of slavery, his main focus was on acquiring additional territory for the United States, as evidenced by his pursuit of the Mexican-American War. He did not want Congress to be distracted by the divisive issue of slavery during this time.

What Was President James Polk's Role in the Controversy Surrounding