The political significance of Peggy Eaton on Andrew Jackson's administration was that

A. the political strength of President Jackson was weakened.
B. the presidential aspirations of John C. Calhoun were likely ended.
C. John Eaton's ties with the administration were strengthened.
D. it encouraged Jackson to liberalize the nation's divorce and coverture laws.
E. Martin Van Buren had a political falling-out with President Jackson.


Answer: B

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