Monroe Administrations - Monroe's Advisers

Monroe's Advisers

Monroe as president carefully guarded his executive power and was often intimately involved with the details of his administration's policies. Though he often solicited advice, it was always clear that final authority rested with Monroe. When he sought advice he generally relied on his cabinet, but he also looked to the judgment of his son-in-law, George Hay. Hay was the president's friend, confidant, and perhaps his most trusted adviser, living in the White House for much of Monroe's presidency. He managed Monroe's run for office, helped during the crisis over Missouri, and, when apart from Monroe, continually exchanged letters with him.

Monroe often convened his cabinet for consultation and discussion, especially when issues of national importance were at stake. He also routinely consulted the cabinet on the subject and wording of his annual messages to Congress. An excellent record of all these discussions...

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