Question

Although Texas gained its independence from Mexico in 1836, why did it not become a state until 1845?

Answer 1

It did not become a state until 18:45 because the main reason was slavery, Do US did not want to annex Texas because it would’ve cost unfair balance between slave states and free states

Answer 2

Answer:

Texas was an independent republic known as the Lone Star State from 1836 to 1845

Explanation:

Another reason why the U.S didn't want to annex Texas was because of slavery in Texas. They didn't want to annex another slave state into the Union and disrupt the balance between slave states and non-slave states.