Describe at least one anticommunist government activity or program fueled by fears of communist influence.

One notable anticommunist government activity was the establishment of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) in 1938, which sought to investigate and root out suspected communist sympathizers within the United States. This committee gained significant traction during the Red Scare of the late 1940s and 1950s, leading to high-profile hearings that targeted Hollywood figures, activists, and politicians. The fear of communist influence not only led to blacklisting but also created a culture of paranoia, where even a hint of dissent could ruin careers and lives. Another significant program was the Federal Employee Loyalty Program, initiated by President Harry S. Truman in 1947. This program aimed to ensure that federal employees were not disloyal to the United States, primarily targeting suspected communists and their sympathizers. As a result, thousands of individuals faced investigations, and many were dismissed from their positions, often without solid evidence. This program reflected the intense atmosphere of fear and suspicion prevalent during the early Cold War era.