J Edgar Hoover and FBI Round Up German Spy Suspects

FBI Chief J Edgar Hoover announced a major operation resulting in the arrest of 32 suspects over three days, following two years of investigation. In Brooklyn federal court, 45 individuals were charged with espionage, accused of conspiring to provide secret information to a foreign government. Among the suspects, some were of German origin. During the court proceedings, 18 pleaded not guilty, while seven admitted guilt. Bail was set at $25,000, with potential 20-year sentences for convictions. US Assistant Attorney General Byrd assured the public of the Department of Justice's commitment to national defense.

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