The “lavender scare” refers to a historical period in the mi…

The “lavender scare” refers to a historical period in the mid-20th century when the U.S. government undertook extensive measures to eliminate perceived threats to national security, particularly focusing on individuals identified as gay. This campaign was marked by widespread paranoia about the presence of gay individuals in government positions and the belief that their sexual orientation made them susceptible to blackmail and subversion. Given this context, which of the following best describes the primary objective of the lavender scare?