Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon and other US agencies to release government files related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life. He made the announcement on his Truth Social platform, citing public interest in the subject.
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The announcement came after Trump accused former President Barack Obama of disclosing "classified information." Obama had suggested during a podcast interview that aliens might exist. Trump told reporters on Air Force One, "I don't know if they're real or not," and noted he might help Obama by declassifying the information.
In his social media post, Trump instructed government agencies to release files related to "alien and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), and unidentified flying objects (UFOs)." He described these topics as highly complex and important.
Obama later clarified his stance, stating he had not seen evidence that aliens have contacted Earth. However, he emphasized that "statistically, the universe is so vast that the odds are good there's life out there."
Trump mentioned he does not have a personal opinion on the existence of extraterrestrial visitors. He acknowledged that while he seldom discusses the topic, it fascinates many people.
Speculation grew when Lara Trump, Trump's daughter-in-law, suggested he was ready to speak on the issue. She mentioned on a podcast that the president had a speech prepared about aliens which he would deliver at an appropriate time.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, when asked about this, responded with laughter, stating, "A speech on aliens would be news to me."
Interest in unidentified flying objects and possible government secrets about extraterrestrial life has increased recently. This public curiosity was reignited after leaked Navy videos showed unknown objects, prompting discussions about their origins and implications.
The topic of UFOs remains a subject of widespread intrigue. Many people believe the government possesses undisclosed information about extraterrestrial encounters. The release of these files could potentially shed light on long-held mysteries regarding UFOs and alien life.
Trump's decision to release these files underscores a growing demand for transparency regarding unidentified phenomena. As the files become public, they are expected to stimulate further debate and investigation into the existence of extraterrestrial beings.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · Source · 20 Feb 2026
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