What was the major motivation behind the actions of President Truman’s loyalty boards and those of the House Un-American Activities Committee?

During the Cold War, many Americans feared that communism and Soviet influence could spread within the United States. Truman’s loyalty boards and the House Un-American Activities Committee investigated people suspected of communist ties, reflecting that fear. The correct choice is C, a fear of the spreading influence of the Soviet Union.

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