How did U.S. policy toward France change under John Adams and us administration?

Under John Adams, U.S. policy toward France shifted from a pro-French stance to a more neutral and cautious approach. Tensions rose during the Quasi-War (1798-1800), largely due to French seizures of American ships and the XYZ Affair, leading to an increase in anti-French sentiment. Adams prioritized avoiding a full-scale war, which resulted in the establishment of a peace commission and ultimately the Convention of 1800 that ended hostilities. This marked a significant move towards neutrality in foreign affairs for the U.S. administration.