What was the more strict Reconstruction Plan proposed by Congress? Act of 1866 Redemption Wade-Davis Bill Ten Percent Plan

The **Wade-Davis Bill** was the stricter Reconstruction plan proposed by Congress. It required a majority of white male citizens in a Confederate state to pledge loyalty to the Union, as opposed to Lincoln's Ten Percent Plan, which only required 10%. The Wade-Davis Bill also mandated stronger safeguards for black civil rights. While it passed Congress, it was pocket-vetoed by President Lincoln.