The United States wants to have peace with Mexico. In prior attempts to discuss peace with Mexico, they have refused to hear us. John Slidell was sent to discuss this boundary with General Herrera of Mexico. But at this point in time General Herrera's government was falling so they were in no position to come to any terms and they also disagreed with making a decision. So during Slidell's time there there was a power change and Mexico was now in the hands of General Paredes. General Paredes also refused to discuss the situation with Slidell. Disputes continued to occur along the border of Texas and Mexico, and right before this address, Mexico crossed into our territory which leaves the U.S. with no other choice but to declare war.
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