Which US president is MOST associated with the age of Imperialism in terms of control of the Panama Canal?

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The US president most associated with the control of the Panama Canal during the age of Imperialism is Theodore Roosevelt. He played a significant role in negotiating the treaty with Colombia for rights to construct the canal and in overseeing its construction. Roosevelt's strong stance on foreign policy and his assertive approach to expanding American influence in the Western Hemisphere made him a key figure in the US acquisition of the Panama Canal.