Question

What set Andrew Jackson’s presidency apart from previous administrations?
Jackson let Congress take the lead in policy-making, deciding later which actions to support and which to veto.
Jackson always consulted with Congress first before working toward policy-making.
Jackson assumed command of the policy-making process instead of waiting for Congress to take the lead.
Jackson battled Congress for the lead in policy-making, resulting in very little being done during his first term.

Answer 1

Jackson assumed command of the policy-making process instead of waiting for Congress to take the lead.

He expanded presidential power (frequent vetoes, strong executive leadership in issues like the Bank war and Indian Removal) rather than deferring to Congress.