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It was in his capacity as governor that Quitman was approached by the filibuster Narciso López to lead his filibuster expedition of 1850 to Cuba.

He turned down the offer because of his desire to serve out his term as Governor, but did offer assistance to López in obtaining men and material for the expedition.

López ’ s effort ended in failure and the repercussion led to Quitman ’ s being charged with violations of neutrality law and his resignation from the post of Governor so that he could defend himself.

The charges were dropped after three hung juries allowed him to avoid conviction.