Everything Everywhere Daily · Saturday, September 26, 2026
Under J. Edgar Hoover's direction starting in 1924, the Bureau of Investigation (later the FBI) became a primary resource for hunting criminals. Hoover was key in developing the agency's capabilities for identifying and pursuing fugitives, laying groundwork for future public appeals.
“J. Edgar Hoover was appointed director of the Bureau of Investigation in 1924.”
“Under Hoover's direction, the FBI became critical to identifying the country's most wanted fugitives.”
“Hoover and his agency became the top resource in the country for hunting down criminals.”