Scandal 18: The Eaton Affair
President Andrew Jackson had just secured the presidency in 1828 when his good friend married a scandalous Washington widow. As the wives and daughters of D.C.'s elite retaliated, Jackson was forced to make a decision that would alter his cabinet—and set Martin Van Buren up for the future presidency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
