The Teller Amendment declared

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The Teller Amendment, passed by the U.S. Congress in 1898, stated that the United States had no intention of acquiring Cuba as a territory and that it would leave control of the island to its people. The amendment was added to the U.S. declaration of war against Spain, which was fought over the issues of Cuban independence and the sinking of the USS Maine. The Teller Amendment reflected President McKinley's desire to avoid colonialism and to respect the principles of self-determination and sovereignty.

The Teller Amendment Declared