Why did President Truman claim authority to seize the steel mills in 1952?
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Correct answer: He argued that a steel strike would threaten military production during the Korean War
Truman argued that a steel strike would disrupt the supply of materials needed for the Korean War. The Supreme Court rejected the seizure because Congress had not authorized that action.
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