Which of the Following Statements About the Sedition Act of 1798

Which of the following statements about the Sedition Act of 1798 is not true?

A) It aimed to silence opposition to a possible war with France.
B) It led to a public backlash that ultimately supported greater protection of a free press.
C) It was passed by a political party in power to undermine efforts by an opposing political party.
D) It was supported and reinforced by President Thomas Jefferson when he later took office.
E) It was originally passed by Congress and signed into law by President John Adams.