Who Testified Against the Mob in Las Vegas?

Located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas, The Mob Museum offers a deep dive into the world of organized crime and law enforcement. Join Claire White, the Director of Education, as she walks us through the museum, housed in the city’s original federal courthouse and post office building. Discover the historic courtroom where the infamous Kefauver Committee hearings took place, uncovering connections between local figures and the mob.

In this video, we learn about key figures like Gus Greenbaum, the manager of the Flamingo, and Lieutenant Governor Cliff Jones, who were involved in the Kefauver Committee hearings. This quick but impactful investigation in 1950 put Las Vegas on the map in the fight against organized crime. Take a virtual tour of the courtroom’s original features and dive into the local and national stories that have shaped mob history.

Visit The Mob Museum to explore more of the intriguing stories and historical events that reveal the hidden connections between Las Vegas and the mob.
er Committee's investigation and local testimonies.