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Why did Andrew Jackson remove many government workers from office after becoming president?
to replace ineffective, poorly trained staff
to surround himself with loyal supporters
to win the support of opponents to his election
to fill Congress with lawmakers who agreed with him

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to surround himself with loyal supporters

Jackson used the "spoils system" (rotation in office) to reward political allies and ensure government loyalty, replacing many officeholders with his supporters.