Whistleblowers demand transparency on unidentified aerial phenomena
November 13, 2024 | Oversight and Reform: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
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In a recent congressional hearing focused on unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), former military officials and advocates called for increased transparency and accountability regarding government knowledge of UAPs. The discussions highlighted alarming instances of near-collisions involving UAPs during military exercises, as well as concerns over the government's handling of related information.
One of the key testimonies came from a former Navy commander who recounted an urgent email received during a naval exercise in 2015, warning of multiple near-collisions with unidentified objects. The email, which included a now-declassified video showing an unidentified object with unusual flight characteristics, raised significant safety concerns. However, the commander noted that the email and subsequent discussions about the UAPs vanished without explanation, leading to fears that critical information was being withheld from senior officials and Congress.
Another witness, a former Department of Defense official, asserted that the U.S. possesses advanced UAP technologies, potentially held by adversaries as well. He emphasized the need for a cohesive national strategy to address UAPs, advocating for a single point of contact within the government to manage UAP-related information and ensure public transparency.
The hearing also revealed that elements within the military and intelligence community may be violating their constitutional duty by not informing Congress about UAP operations. Testimonies indicated that whistleblowers face intimidation and retaliation for coming forward with information, underscoring the need for protective measures to encourage transparency.
Several recommendations were made to Congress, including the establishment of a UAP Records Review Board to ensure independent oversight and the enactment of the UAP Disclosure Act to promote accountability in the government's handling of UAP information. The witnesses collectively urged Congress to take immediate action to restore public trust and address the implications of UAPs on national security and public safety.
As the hearing concluded, the call for a comprehensive approach to UAP research and disclosure resonated strongly, with advocates emphasizing the importance of facing the reality of UAPs and the potential opportunities for scientific discovery they may present.
One of the key testimonies came from a former Navy commander who recounted an urgent email received during a naval exercise in 2015, warning of multiple near-collisions with unidentified objects. The email, which included a now-declassified video showing an unidentified object with unusual flight characteristics, raised significant safety concerns. However, the commander noted that the email and subsequent discussions about the UAPs vanished without explanation, leading to fears that critical information was being withheld from senior officials and Congress.
Another witness, a former Department of Defense official, asserted that the U.S. possesses advanced UAP technologies, potentially held by adversaries as well. He emphasized the need for a cohesive national strategy to address UAPs, advocating for a single point of contact within the government to manage UAP-related information and ensure public transparency.
The hearing also revealed that elements within the military and intelligence community may be violating their constitutional duty by not informing Congress about UAP operations. Testimonies indicated that whistleblowers face intimidation and retaliation for coming forward with information, underscoring the need for protective measures to encourage transparency.
Several recommendations were made to Congress, including the establishment of a UAP Records Review Board to ensure independent oversight and the enactment of the UAP Disclosure Act to promote accountability in the government's handling of UAP information. The witnesses collectively urged Congress to take immediate action to restore public trust and address the implications of UAPs on national security and public safety.
As the hearing concluded, the call for a comprehensive approach to UAP research and disclosure resonated strongly, with advocates emphasizing the importance of facing the reality of UAPs and the potential opportunities for scientific discovery they may present.
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