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Joseph McCarthy gained significant fame during the height of McCarthyism in the early 1950s, as he became a prominent figure in the anti-communist movement. His aggressive tactics, including unsubstantiated accusations and public hearings, drew national attention and initially bolstered his political power. However, his influence waned after the televised Army-McCarthy hearings in 1954, which exposed his methods and led to widespread public disapproval, ultimately resulting in his censure by the Senate.

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