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Which President did Clay oppose during his second term?

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  • Jackson

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During Henry Clay's second term as Speaker of the House of Representatives, he staunchly opposed President Andrew Jackson's policies. Clay believed Jackson was overstepping his presidential powers and becoming increasingly autocratic. Their differences came to a head when Jackson vetoed Clay's American System of internal improvements, leading to heated debates and a power struggle between the two figures.
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