"Political meddling" refers to when individuals or groups interfere in political matters, often with the intention to influence or control decisions, policies, or actions for their own benefit. Full definition
But, she said, «the idea that he would resign amid reports of political meddling from Secretary DeVos» is «cause for serious alarm.» (politico.com)
In trying to preserve his career, Rosenstein has risked eroding the Justice Department's historic independence from political meddling. (nystateofpolitics.com)
The Schools Minister David Laws has warned of the «corrosive impact» of self - interested political meddling in schools policy in England. (bbc.co.uk)