Trump Orders Release of UFO Records
- President Donald Trump has directed federal agencies to begin releasing government files related to UFOs and extraterrestrial topics.
- The decision follows growing public interest and ongoing debates about transparency around unidentified aerial phenomena.
- The announcement also comes amid renewed attention to past presidential comments on the subject.
Government Agencies Told to Release UFO Files
President Trump stated that he would instruct the Pentagon and other federal agencies to make UFO‑related documents public. His announcement appeared in a social media post where he described the topic as both interesting and important. The directive reflects rising public curiosity about unidentified aerial phenomena and long‑standing calls for greater transparency. Trump emphasized that the release should involve multiple agencies, including the Department of Defense.
Earlier the same day, Trump accused former President Barack Obama of mishandling classified information when discussing aliens publicly. He did not provide evidence for the claim, but he argued that Obama should not have referenced classified material. The comments were made while Trump was traveling to Georgia. Obama’s office did not respond to requests for clarification regarding the accusation.
Obama’s Comments and Public Reactions
Obama recently addressed the topic during an interview with podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen. He said that extraterrestrial life likely exists somewhere in the universe due to its vast size, though he had not seen evidence of alien contact with Earth. His remarks included a denial that aliens were being kept at Area 51, a site long associated with conspiracy theories. The former president later reiterated on Instagram that he encountered no proof of extraterrestrial visitation during his time in office.
Area 51 has been the subject of speculation for decades, with theories suggesting it houses alien bodies or crashed spacecraft. Declassified CIA documents released in 2013 indicated that the facility was used for testing high‑altitude reconnaissance aircraft. These disclosures helped explain many past UFO sightings near the site. Despite this, the location remains a focal point for popular culture and conspiracy narratives.
Pentagon Investigations and Historical Context
The Pentagon has conducted multiple investigations into UFO reports in recent years. Senior military officials stated in 2022 that they found no evidence suggesting extraterrestrial visitors or crash‑landed spacecraft. A 2024 Pentagon report concluded that sightings dating back to World War Two were mostly misidentified aircraft, balloons, or atmospheric phenomena. These findings align with decades of government assessments that have not confirmed alien technology.
Trump noted that he personally had not seen evidence of extraterrestrial life. His comments echoed the cautious stance taken by many officials who acknowledge public interest but emphasize the lack of verified proof. The National Archives and Records Administration maintains collections of UFO‑related documents across various agencies. These archives may play a role in the upcoming release of materials ordered by Trump.
Public fascination with UFOs has surged in recent years, partly due to declassified military videos and congressional hearings on unidentified aerial phenomena. Several countries, including the United Kingdom and France, have also released historical UFO files to increase transparency. Researchers note that most sightings can be explained through conventional means, yet the topic continues to attract scientific and cultural attention. The renewed push for disclosure may lead to a clearer understanding of how governments have handled unexplained aerial reports over the past decades.
