B-Explain why President Madison vetoed the federal internal improvement plan proposed by Calhoun in 1816. He wanted to focus on military spending He thought it was unnecessary He argued it was not expressly granted in the Constitution

President Madison vetoed the federal internal improvement plan, often called the "Bonus Bill," proposed by John C. Calhoun in 1816 primarily because **he argued it was not expressly granted in the Constitution.** While he saw the value in such improvements (roads, canals, etc.), Madison believed that Congress lacked the constitutional authority to fund and construct them without a constitutional amendment. He adhered to a strict interpretation of the Constitution, feeling that such projects fell under the purview of the states.<br />