The spoils system refers to the practice of rewarding political supporters with government jobs. The impact of Andrew Jackson's election on the spoils system was significant. Jackson's presidency marked a sharp departure from the previous administrations, as he openly embraced and expanded the spoils system. This led to widespread dismissals and appointments of government officials based on their political loyalty rather than qualifications. Ultimately, the spoils system under Jackson transformed the bureaucracy and gave rise to a more politically driven and corrupt system of governance.
