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On July 20, 1832 Jackson vetoed a bill to re-charter the Second Bank of the United States, arguing it was unconstitutional and favored the wealthy over the common people. This sparked what became known as ‘The Bank War’.

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The Second Bank of the United States, a national bank, played a significant role in the nation's financial system, handling government funds and issuing currency.

Jackson's Opposition:

Jackson, a strong advocate for states' rights and limited government, viewed the bank as an unconstitutional entity that concentrated power in the hands of a few wealthy individuals, many of whom were foreign investors.

The Veto:

Despite the bank's charter expiring in 1836, Jackson's political opponents, including Henry Clay, pushed for an early recharter, hoping to make it a key election issue. The bill passed Congress, but Jackson vetoed it on July 10, 1832, citing its unconstitutionality and the potential for abuse of power.

Jackson's Arguments:

In his veto message, Jackson argued that the bank was "unauthorized by the Constitution, subversive to the rights of States, and dangerous to the liberties of the people". He also questioned the Supreme Court's decision in McCulloch v. Maryland, which had upheld the constitutionality of the Bank.

The "Bank War":

Jackson's veto ignited a political firestorm, leading to what became known as the "Bank War". Jackson's supporters, including his Kitchen Cabinet, helped craft the veto message.

Consequences:

After his reelection in 1832, Jackson moved to dismantle the bank further by removing federal deposits from the Bank and placing them in state banks. The bank's charter eventually expired in 1836, and the Second Bank of the United States ceased to exist.

Legacy:

Jackson's actions had a lasting impact on American financial policy, leading to a period of instability and eventually paving the way for the creation of the Federal Reserve System in 1913.