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The Red Scare of the 1950s was primarily led by Senator Joseph McCarthy, who became the face of anti-communist sentiment in the United States. He conducted aggressive investigations and hearings aimed at exposing alleged communists in government, entertainment, and other sectors. His tactics, often characterized by aggressive questioning and unfounded accusations, contributed to a widespread culture of fear and suspicion during the Cold War era. McCarthy's influence waned after his censure by the Senate in 1954, but the impact of the Red Scare persisted.

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