Question

What justification did Lincoln have for suspending habeas corpus during the Civil War?

Answer 1

The answer is B)Lincoln suspended these rules because he felt it was necessary in order to put down the rebellion within the southern states.

Answer 2

President Lincoln suspends the writ of habeas corpus during the Civil War. ... Lincoln didn't respond, appeal, or order the release of Merryman. But during a July 4 speech, Lincoln was defiant, insisting that he needed to suspend the rules in order to put down the rebellion in the South. i hope this helped <3