How did the U.S. policy toward France change under John Adamss administration?

Under John Adams' administration, U.S. policy toward France shifted from support to caution and neutrality. Initially, the U.S. had a strong pro-French sentiment following the American Revolution, but tensions escalated during the Quasi-War (1798-1800) due to French aggression against American shipping. Adams opted for diplomacy over war, pursuing peace negotiations and ultimately signing the Convention of 1800, which ended hostilities and normalized relations with France. This shift reflected a desire to avoid conflict and maintain stability for the young nation.