White Hot Hate: Agent Pale Horse Season 2, Episode 5: Klan Kologne
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Apr 22, 2025 
Scott Payne, a former FBI undercover agent who infiltrated neo-Nazi networks, shares his chilling experiences of joining the KKK in Alabama. He recounts the unsettling atmosphere of a rally infused with armed individuals and the bizarre rituals that normalize hate. Scott dives deep into his own personal journey through racism and the emotional toll of undercover work. He discusses the troubling history of the Klan, the complexities of extremist ideologies, and the risks associated with domestic terrorism, shedding light on a dark facet of American society.
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Undercover Joins the Klan
- Scott Payne infiltrated the United Klans of America rally in Alabama and unexpectedly joined the Klan during a naturalization ceremony.
- He carefully navigated the event, including the symbolic cross lighting and the knighting by a Klan elder.
Drug Corruption Sting in Appalachia
- Scott Payne went undercover during Operation Poetic Justice to root out corruption in Appalachia's drug trade.
- The case led to 51 arrests, mainly local drug dealers and users, but only a few law enforcement officers.
Skillset Shapes Undercover Success
- Successful undercover work requires living the role by drawing on personal background and skillset.
- Scott leveraged his Southern biker image to pass convincingly in law enforcement investigations.
