28 juin 1940 - Smith Act
Description:
Congress passes the Smith Act, which makes it illegal to assist any groups "who teach, advocate, or encourage the overthrow or destruction of the government of the United States by force or violence." Hundreds of American communists will later be charged for violations of the Smith Act.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
28 juin 1940
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 85 ans