President Andrew Johnson's plan for former slaves primarily focused on rapid reintegration into society without extensive protections or assistance. He sought to restore the Southern states to the Union with minimal requirements, emphasizing states' rights and allowing them to manage their own affairs. Johnson's approach did not include significant measures for ensuring civil rights or economic support for former slaves, which led to the establishment of Black Codes in many Southern states, restricting the freedoms of African Americans. His leniency towards the South ultimately created tensions with Congress and contributed to his impeachment.
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