
President-elect Donald Trump vows to declassify historical documents on JFK, RFK, and MLK assassinations, signaling a new era of government transparency.
At a Glance
- Trump announces plans to release classified FBI records on JFK, RFK, and MLK assassinations
- The initiative aims to reverse government over-classification and increase transparency
- Announcement made during pre-inauguration rally in Washington, D.C.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appointed as Secretary of Health and Human Services
Trump’s Transparency Push
In a bold move towards government transparency, President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to declassify long-sealed documents related to the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The announcement, made during a pre-inauguration rally at the Capitol One Arena in Washington D.C., marks a significant shift in the approach to classified information.
Trump’s decision to release these documents comes as part of a broader initiative to reverse the trend of governmental over-classification. This move is expected to shed light on pivotal historical events that have long been shrouded in mystery and speculation.
The declassification effort is set to be comprehensive, too, covering not only the assassination-related documents but also other topics of public interest.
Trump emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “We’re going to make public remaining records relating to the assassinations of President John F Kennedy, his brother, Robert Kennedy, as well as Dr Martin Luther King, Jr and other topics for great public interest. It’s all going to be released on consent.”
Currently, over 95% of the CIA’s records on the JFK assassination have been released. Trump’s initiative aims to make the remaining files available to the public, addressing a longstanding area of public curiosity and debate.
Historical Context and Implications
The FBI’s investigations into the assassinations of King and the Kennedys have remained classified, with their scheduled release not due until 2027. Trump’s decision to expedite this process marks a significant departure from previous administrations’ approaches to these sensitive historical documents.
Trump didn’t follow through on this promise last time around, but with a Kennedy in his cabinet, it’s hard to see him not coming through this time.