Question

Why was the American invasion of Iraq controversial?

Iraq had always been an American ally.

Most Americans believed the success of Afghanistan couldn't be duplicated.

Europe had already declared war on Iraq.

President Bush's reasons for going to war proved false.

Answer 1

Answer: President Bush's reasons for going to war proved false.

Explanation: Tthe American invasion of Iraq was controversial becausePresident Bush's reasons for going to war proved false.

President Bush legitimized the war by launching a quest for Iraqi weapons of mass destruction.

These did not not exist and, for this reason, George W. Bush engagement of The USA in the Iraq War is largely considered a mistake.