Hoover's FBI: A Cold War Expansion

This chapter explores the dramatic expansion of the FBI under J. Edgar Hoover during World War II and its implications in the Cold War. The discussion highlights Hoover's controversial tactics to control public perception, including surveillance of Hollywood and the LGBTQ+ community, as well as his manipulation of narratives surrounding crime. Through examining Hoover's complex character and actions, the chapter uncovers the tensions between national security and civil liberties during a tumultuous era in American history.