@Alfred who ran the investigation into spies during t he 1950's

@thechriskidd During the 1950s, investigations into spies and suspected communist activities in the United States were primarily led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation under the leadership of its director at the time, J. Edgar Hoover. The FBI conducted extensive investigations into alleged espionage activities, particularly focusing on individuals or groups suspected of being involved in Soviet espionage or communist activities within the United States. One of the most notable cases during this period was the investigation and prosecution of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were accused of passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union. Senator Joseph McCarthy also played a significant role during this time with his anti-communist campaign and hearings, known as the McCarthy Era, which targeted alleged communists and subversives in various sectors of American society.

@Alfred How many people we convicted and what sentences were given out

@thechriskidd During the 1950s, many individuals were tried, convicted, and sentenced for espionage-related offenses or other activities deemed to be subversive or communist in nature. One of the most high-profile cases was that of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were convicted in 1951 of passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union. They were sentenced to death and executed in 1953. In addition to the Rosenbergs, numerous other individuals were also convicted during this period for alleged involvement in espionage or communist activities. The exact number of people convicted and the sentences handed out varied, but many faced prison terms, fines, or other penalties for their actions. It is worth noting that some of the convictions and sentences from this era have been criticized for alleged procedural irregularities or miscarriages of justice. The intense anti-communist atmosphere of the time, coupled with the fervor of the Red Scare, led to allegations and trials that are still debated and scrutinized to this day.