When a president is elected who has a different party affiliation than the current president, the new president staffs the federal government with political supporters and friends. Which of the following does this describe?
A) The civil service
B) The merit system
C) Weber's model of bureaucracy
D) The spoils system
E) Gerrymandering

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The description provided is that of the spoils system, which is a practice where the winning party or candidate rewards campaign supporters and friends with government jobs and contracts. This practice was commonly used in the 19th century but has since been replaced by the merit system, which is based on qualifications and performance rather than political affiliation.

When a President Is Elected Who Has a Different Party