Andrew Jackson and The National Bank Andrew Jackson had violated his oath as president, making him a perfect candidate for impeachment. Even from the start, his presidency was a question of whether his decisions were based on the interests of the whole nation or his own personal interests, in search of self- gain. After examining his actions, it is easy to pronounce that he acted selfish instead of acting in a manner that would most benefit the nation. As president, he deliberately disregarded the power of the Judicial branch to judge laws, and strengthened the power of the Executive branch above the limits in th