James Howard McGrath, J. Edgar Hoover testify on Capitol Hill about organized gambling

The video features top federal law enforcement officials discussing the Senate Crime Investigating Committee's probe into gambling. Attorney General J. Howard McGrath and FBI Chief J. Edgar Hoover oppose creating a federal police force, emphasizing that gambling is a significant crime issue. They argue that organized gambling is harmful, leading to other crimes like embezzlement and murder. However, they believe it can be controlled if existing laws are enforced. The officials stress the importance of public opinion and unity in combating crime, calling for a moral reawakening and dedication to law and order.

What was the stance of Attorney General J Howard McGrath and FBI Chief J Edgar Hoover on creating a federal police force to combat gambling?

• They supported the idea.

• They opposed the idea.

• They were indifferent.

• They had no comment.

According to the officials, what is one of the consequences of organized gambling?

• It becomes a springboard for other crimes.

• It reduces unemployment.

• It promotes community development.

• It leads to increased tourism.

What do the officials believe is necessary to control organized gambling?

• Building more prisons.

• Increasing taxes on gambling.

• Enforcing existing laws.

• Creating new laws.

What is required for a crime-free America, according to the officials?

• Stricter immigration laws.

• A united public opinion and moral reawakening.

• A new federal police force.

• More funding for law enforcement.

What fundamental change do the officials suggest to combat lawlessness?

• A focus on technological advancements.

• A shift towards privatized law enforcement.

• A return to the nation's founding principles.

• A complete overhaul of the legal system.