Why did Lincoln give General Winfield Scott the power to suspend the writ of habeas corpus?
A) He was concerned about disloyalty in the vicinity of Washington, D.C.
B) He wanted Scott to shoot deserters on sight.
C) He wanted to crush the Democratic party.
D) He wanted to censor the press.
Answer: A
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