It gives me pleasure to announce to Congress that the benevolent policy of the Government, steadily pursued for nearly thirty years, in relation to the removal of the Indians beyond the white settlements is approaching to a happy consummation. Two important tribes have accepted the provision made for their removal at the last session of Congress, and it is believed that their example will induce the remaining tribes also to seek the same obvious advantages. What is suggested by this excerpt? A. The removal of the American Indians is a sad but necessary step.

B. The removal of the American Indians was reached by mutual agreement.

C. The removal of the American Indians is outrageous.

D. The removal of the American Indians is a positive development.