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Involving miners seeking better conditions, threatened winter coal supplies. Teddy Roosevelt intervened, inviting both sides to the white house.when owners resisted, he threatened federal seizure of mines, leading to arbitration and improved conditions for miners. This expanded his presidential power in labor disputes -
The Elkins Act of 1903 targeted railroads offering rebate and shippers accepting them, imposing heavy fines and personal liability for violations. for Theodore Roosevelt, this act was key to his trust- busting agenda, curbing railroad power and ensuring fair business practices, reflecting his commitment to balancing economical growth with social justice -
The meat inspection Act of 1906 regulated the meatpacking industry for safety, mandating federal inspection and proper labeling. spurred by Upton sinclair's. Theodore Roosevelt used public outcry to push the act, showing his commitment to consumer protection and progressive reforms