What was unique about John Quincy Adams's election to the presidency?

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layla1 · Answer

He was elected by the House of Representatives.

23tcurtiss · Answer

Answer: He was elected by the House of Representatives, not the Electoral College. ;

layla1 · Answer

John Quincy Adams was uniquely elected president in 1824 by the House of Representatives after failing to secure a majority of electoral votes, despite winning fewer popular votes than Andrew Jackson. The election was decided due to the Twelfth Amendment, and the influence of Henry Clay, the Speaker of the House, facilitated Adams's victory. This controversial process led to accusations of a 'corrupt bargain' and shaped future electoral practices. 
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What was unique about John Quincy Adams's election to the presidency?

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