Hamilton_s_Sex_Scandal_and_Political_Chaos
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Hamilton_s_Sex_Scandal_and_Political_Chaos
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By 1792, the United States was fractured by a growing political divide between Hamilton’s Federalist Party and Jefferson’s Republican Party. While the Federalists favored a strong central government and closer ties to Britain, Republicans championed state power, agricultural interests, and an alliance with France. This friction intensified as the French Revolution descended into chaos, forcing the U.S. to navigate a precarious stance of neutrality amidst European warfare. Domestic tensions reached a breaking point with Jay’s Treaty, a controversial agreement that prioritized British relations and sparked public outrage across the states. The situation was further complicated by Alexander Hamilton’s personal scandals and the retirement of George Washington, which left the nation’s future in the hands of John Adams. These events transformed American politics from a civil disagreement into a deeply personal and vindictive struggle for the country's identity.