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What Happened in Exparte Merryman

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What happened in Exparte Merryman?


A) The Supreme Court ruled that President Lincoln had exceeded his authority in suspending habeas corpus in Maryland.
B) President Lincoln agreed to abide by Supreme Court decisions on questions of presidential power.
C) President Lincoln was indicted for violating the Tenure of Office Act.
D) The Supreme Court ruled that in wartime the president had the authority to banish anyone making treasonable statements.
E) The Supreme Court ruled that civilians could not be tried by military tribunals when the civil courts were open.

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