Why were the federalists in the congress opposed to war against the british in 1812? a. they didn't support war to protect us trade rights and freedom of the seas. b. they hadn't developed a sense of nationalism and felt an affinity to britain. c. they didn't support war against canada and alliance with france. d. they weren't willing to support any motion passed by the republicans.

A; They didn't support war to protect US trade rights and freedom of the seas.

Reason:

The war led to the Embargo Act which restricted trade and basically the ability of accessing the sea.

the national congress's powers over the states were specific and definite: it had the sole power to negotiate treaties, declare war, and make peace. all powers not granted to congress were reserved for state governments. congress had no power to levy taxes, for example.