JFK Files Set to Finally Be Released

President Trump to Declassify Files on JFK, RFK, and MLK Assassinations

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to declassify documents related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. This decision aims to address decades of public curiosity and calls for transparency regarding these pivotal events in American history.

A Push for Full Disclosure

During his campaign, President Trump committed to releasing these files as part of his broader effort to increase governmental openness. The move is expected to provide historians, researchers, and the public with critical information, potentially clarifying unanswered questions surrounding these assassinations.

Historical Significance

This latest order builds on Trump’s earlier efforts during his previous term, where he authorized the release of many JFK-related documents. However, a significant number of files remained classified at the request of agencies such as the CIA and FBI, citing national security concerns. The new directive seeks to finalize the process set forth by the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992, which mandated the eventual release of all assassination-related records.

Support from Advocates for Transparency

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., son of the late Senator Robert Kennedy, has welcomed the initiative. A vocal proponent of transparency in these matters, he has long argued that full disclosure is essential for public trust and understanding of these historical tragedies.

Anticipation Builds

The declassification is expected to reveal valuable insights into these landmark events. Many hope the release will resolve lingering doubts and provide a clearer picture of the circumstances surrounding the deaths of these prominent figures.

With this effort, the administration aims to foster greater trust in government and contribute to a fuller understanding of some of the most consequential moments in U.S. history.

Read more- https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/declassification-of-records-concerning-the-assassinations-of-president-john-f-kenned/

Archives- https://www.archives.gov/research/jfk and https://www.archives.gov/research/jfk/release2023

NSA- https://www.nsa.gov/Helpful-Links/NSA-FOIA/Declassification-Transparency-Initiatives/Historical-Releases/JFK/

Gov Info- https://www.govinfo.gov/collection/jfk-assassination-records-collection?path=/GPO/President%20John%20F.%20Kennedy%20Assassination%20Records%20Collection