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It was a publicity stunt. Senator Joseph R. McCarthy saw Republicans like Richard Nixon gain popularity through accusing Democrats of being "soft on communism," and he decided to imitate this.

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He did not present any evidence; he only claimed to have the evidence in a briefcase that he never opened.

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He didn't provide evidence, but called people in to give testimony before congress.

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