Jackson and Calhoun disagreed about several issues, including tariffs and nullification. In 1818, Jackson learned of documents Calhoun wrote urging censure of Jackson for his invasion of Florida and the capture of Pensacola during the First Seminole War. That was the "last straw" for Jackson. He cut off Calhoun and removed Calhoun's allies from the cabinet.
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