The Taft Administration

The Taft Administration, led by President William Howard Taft from 1909 to 1913, focused on continuing progressive reforms, such as trust-busting to regulate large corporations and promoting fair competition. Taft also emphasized strengthening the judiciary, improving tariffs, and advancing conservation efforts for natural resources. His approach aimed to balance government power and business interests, but some policies caused tensions within the Progressive movement. Overall, his administration sought to promote economic fairness, stability, and responsible management of national resources during a period of significant social and economic change.