How did the FBI attempt to disrupt Hampton's activities?
By freezing his bank accounts
Through an operative in the Panthers
Sending him to prison
Public smear campaign
Answer
The FBI attempted to disrupt Hampton's activities by planting an operative in the Panthers. This operative was able to gain the trust of Hampton and other Panthers, and he was able to provide the FBI with information about their activities. The FBI was also able to wiretap Hampton's phone and bug his apartment, which allowed them to listen in on his conversations and monitor his activities.
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