Why did President James K. Polk initiate military action against Mexico in April 1846?
A) Mexico had invaded Louisiana.
B) Polk claimed God had instructed him to free his "brethren to the south."
C) He sought to end slavery in New Mexico.
D) Polk wanted to purchase California, but Mexico refused to negotiate.
E) The United States was helping Spain to reconquer lost colonies.
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