Question

Which member of Congress was convicted under the Sedition Act for accusing President Adams of “a continued grasp for power?”

Answer 1

Answer:

Matthew Lyon

Explanation:

Matthew Lyon, a Congressmen, was the first to be convicted supporting the Sedition Act of 1798. Lyon became a member of the revolutionary Vermont government. He wrote public letters that attacked President Adams for seeking power and accused him dismissing honourable men from office because of their opinion. Lyon charged for the opposition and put into prison by Vermont Federalists.