When jefferson took office, he. a. encouraged congress to renew the alien and sedition acts.. b. reduced the national debt by cutting government spending.. c. raised taxes on stamps, land, and alcoholic spirits.. d. expanded the nation’s army, navy, and bureaucracy..

When Jefferson took office, he reduced the national debt by cutting government spending. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the second option or option "B". Thomas Jefferson was the main author of the declaration of Independence and he was also the third president of the United states of America.