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Part Four: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate

Behind the Bastards

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Liddy and Hunt's Failed Break-In

In this chapter, G. Gordon Liddy and E. Howard Hunt attempt to break into a therapist's office to find incriminating evidence on Daniel Ellsberg, but their spy equipment fails them, resulting in blurry photos. Despite the failure, Liddy sees it as a successful demonstration of his spy skills, while his boss advises against future attempts. Liddy enlists Hunt's help and prepares for the mission with a weapon, opting for a folding browning knife.

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