HUAC hearings

The HUAC (House Un-American Activities Committee) hearings were a series of investigations by a U.S. congressional committee in the late 1940s and 1950s aimed at identifying alleged communist influence and activities within the government, entertainment industry, and other sectors. The hearings involved questioning witnesses about their political beliefs, associations, and activities, often leading to accusations, blacklisting, and career damage. They reflected Cold War fears of communist expansion and were criticized for their tactics, potential violations of civil liberties, and fostering suspicion and fear during that era.