Donald Trump regarding the release of approximately 80,000 pages of documents related to the assassination of John F. Kennedy marks a significant moment in the ongoing quest for transparency about this pivotal event in American history. As part of an executive order signed earlier this year, Trump aims to declassify records that have remained shrouded in secrecy for decades . This initiative not only fulfills a campaign promise but also addresses public demand for clarity surrounding the circumstances of JFK's assassination and the subsequent conspiracy theories that have emerged over time.
Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963.
Earlier this year, Trump signed an executive order directing the federal government to present a plan to release records related to the assassinations of Kennedy, his brother Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation said in early February it had found thousands of new documents related to the assassination of Kennedy.
The National Archives says more than 99% of approximately 320,000 documents reviewed under the Act have now been released.
This new release is part of a wider directive by Trump that also includes records linked to the 1968 assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr and Robert F. Kennedy. Trump has instructed Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard to submit a plan for the declassification of these files as well.
John F. Kennedy assassination to be released by October 2017, unless they posed certain risks to national defense or intelligence, and both Trump and former President Biden issued extensions to keep certain documents private.
The anticipated release includes newly discovered materials identified by the FBI, which adds to the depth and complexity of existing documentation. By committing to minimal redactions in these files, Trump emphasizes his administration's dedication to providing unfiltered access to historical records. This decision challenges previous governmental delays and reflects a broader trend towards transparency in matters that significantly impact public trust .
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