Why did the US become involved in the Philippines affairs?

The U.S. became involved in the Philippines affairs primarily due to its victory in the Spanish-American War in 1898, which resulted in the Treaty of Paris. This treaty ceded the Philippines from Spain to the U.S., leading to a desire to establish American influence in Asia. Additionally, the U.S. aimed to promote economic interests and strategic military positioning in the region, which ultimately led to the Philippine-American War as Filipinos sought independence from American rule.