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January 24, 2025 07:00
washington d.c., usa - President Trump signs historic order to release long-secret JFK assassination files to the public, promising transparency and truth.
Historic Decision by President Trump
President Donald Trump has signed a presidential order to release long-secret documents related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy, promising to lift the veil of secrecy surrounding the event.
During a signing ceremony at the White House, Trump emphasized the importance of transparency, stating that 'everything will come to light'. The order also includes plans to release all documents related to the assassinations of Kennedy's brother Robert F. Kennedy and civil rights leader Martin Luther King.
Importance of Transparency
The President highlighted that despite over 50 years passing since the assassinations, the federal government has not shared all records with the public. He stated, 'Families and the American people deserve transparency and the truth. It is in our national interest for all records related to these assassinations to be released without delay'.
Intelligence officials have been given 45 days to prepare the archives for release, according to reports in the U.S. media.
Reaction from Kennedy Family
Trump handed the pen used to sign the order to an aide, with instructions for it to be delivered to Kennedy's nephew, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In response, Kennedy Jr. expressed gratitude, praising the move for bringing more transparency to the government. However, Kennedy's grandson Jack Schlossberg criticized the decision, stating that lifting the veil of secrecy is using JFK as a political tool.
Following years of intrigue and speculation, experts caution that the documents may not contain earth-shattering revelations, but there remains intense public interest in the details surrounding the assassinations.
Political analysts suggest that researchers are eagerly looking for clues that could be the tip of the iceberg in uncovering more about these historical events.
A Mysterious Window Opening
Trump's decision has placed one of the most debated mysteries in American history back on the world stage, with the U.S. media speculating that the upcoming revelations could be embarrassing for the CIA.
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963 has long been a focus of conspiracy theories and intrigue, and the release of these documents is seen as a significant step towards shedding light on a pivotal moment in history.