Why was the U. S. annexation of Hawaii delayed until William McKinley became President?

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8 September, 22:01

Why was the U. S. annexation of Hawaii delayed until William McKinley became President?

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Moises Berger · Answer 1

McKinley's predecessor,

Grover Cleveland

had refused to sign the treaty for annexation submitted by a new government whose legality was questionable.

Boo Boo · Answer 2

McKinley's predecessor, Grover Cleveland, had refused to sign the treaty for annexation submitted by a new government whose legality was questionable.