What happened when Harry Truman seized control of the nation's steel mills during the Korean War?
A) His action was upheld by the Supreme Court as a constitutional exercise of war powers.
B) Congress passed a bill shortly afterward that retroactively approved the steel mill seizures.
C) The Supreme Court declared his actions without basis in law or the Constitution.
D) The steel mills quickly capitulated to Truman's wartime demands,and the issue passed without further resolution.
E) Congress immediately passed a bill that legally prohibited the president from seizing the mills,and Truman quickly rescinded his executive order.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court declared Truman's actions as unconstitutional and without basis in law in the case of Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. v. Sawyer.

What Happened When Harry Truman Seized Control of the Nation's