Hoover's Struggle with Presidential Power and Control

As Hoover reaches the end of the Second World War, a new president, Truman, challenges his authority over the FBI, fearing a Gestapo-like agency under his leadership. Truman implements constraints on Hoover, emphasizing the need for oversight through the Attorney General and restricting Hoover's global intelligence ambitions. Despite Truman's efforts to limit Hoover's power, his influence persists through manipulative tactics, challenging the boundaries of his authority.