FBI's COINTELPRO program

Definition

The FBI's COINTELPRO program refers to a series of covert and often illegal activities carried out by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the mid-20th century. It aimed to infiltrate, disrupt, and discredit various political organizations deemed subversive by the government.

Related terms

Espionage: Gathering secret information or conducting clandestine activities to undermine an opposing group or government.

Subversion: Undermining or destabilizing established authority through covert actions or propaganda.

Surveillance: Observing and monitoring individuals or groups to gather information about their activities.