How did Andrew Jackson and his administration react to Texas becoming an independent republic in 1836?
A) They tried to convince Texans to return to Mexican rule.
B) They declared war on Mexico to defend Texas's revolt.
C) They immediately annexed Texas.
D) They formally recognized Texas as a sovereign republic.
E) They refused to recognize Texas as a republic.

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Jackson and his administration formally recognized Texas as a sovereign republic. Although Jackson sympathized with the plight of the Texans, he did not immediately annex Texas as he did not want to provoke a war with Mexico. Therefore, the United States officially recognized Texas as an independent nation in March 1837.

How Did Andrew Jackson and His Administration React to Texas