Answer: flunkies

AnswerCrossword Clue
FLUNKIESDrudges
FLUNKIESYes-men
FLUNKIESUnderlings
flunkiesA person who performs relatively menial tasks for someone else, esp. obsequiously
flunkiesFLUNKY, a servile follower, also FLUNKIE, FLUNKEY
flunkiesA liveried manservant or footman