Question

What impact did the Alien and Sedition Act
have on John Adams' presidency?

Answer 1

Answer: to prevent immigrants from speaking out against the government

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

the Sedition Act, passed on July 14, gave Adams tremendous power to define treasonable activity including any false, scandalous and malicious writing.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Alien Enemies Act, which Adams signed on July 6, gave him the power to deport any alien living in the U.S. with ties to U.S. wartime enemies. Finally, the Sedition Act, passed on July 14, gave Adams tremendous power to define treasonable activity including any false, scandalous and malicious writing.