How did Hamilton affect Jay's Treaty?
A) He counseled Jay on whom to see and what to say when he went to England.
B) He wrote the terms of the treaty, consolidating his and Madison's ideas.
C) He informed the French of the treaty, allowing them to attack England.
D) He secretly informed England that the United States would compromise on all issues.
E) He filibustered in Congress, stalling the ratification until the treaty expired.
Answer: D
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