Senator Joseph McCarthy's popularity in his crusade against domestic Communists finally began to slide after McCarthy
A. claimed there were known Communists working in the State Department.
B. accused Dwight Eisenhower of Communist sympathies.
C. was fired by President Truman.
D. was televised badgering witnesses and mocking Senate procedures during Senate hearings.
Answer: D
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