Under the spoils system in federal and state governments, elected officials appointed supporters to key positions. deserving people received government positions. government officials remained in key positions. democrats were appointed to key positions.

President of the united states has scheduled a cabinet meeting today to discuss energy policy with specific focus on pollution and global warming. given what you know of the executive branch, which group of attendees would the president most likely expect to provide up-to-date information and expert insight during this meeting?