Trump Announces UFO File Declassification After Obama’s Alien Remarks

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to direct federal agencies to begin releasing government files related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and extraterrestrial life, citing strong public interest in the subject. The announcement follows renewed global discussion after remarks by former President Barack Obama about the possibility of life beyond Earth.

In a social media statement, Trump said he would instruct Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other relevant agencies to begin identifying and releasing records connected to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), UFO sightings, and any related information held by the government. He described the issue as “extremely interesting and important” and said transparency would help address public curiosity.

Trump’s announcement comes after Obama’s recent interview comments about extraterrestrial life drew widespread attention online. Obama said the vastness of the universe makes the existence of life beyond Earth statistically plausible, while clarifying that he saw no evidence of extraterrestrial contact during his presidency.

The renewed discussion has sparked interest in long-standing government investigations into unexplained aerial sightings. Over the past decade, US defense and intelligence agencies have acknowledged the existence of unidentified aerial phenomena and released limited footage and reports, though no evidence of extraterrestrial origin has been confirmed.

Trump also criticised Obama’s remarks, suggesting that discussing such matters could risk revealing sensitive information if based on classified intelligence briefings. However, he did not provide evidence to support claims that classified material had been disclosed.

Obama later clarified his remarks, stating that while the probability of life elsewhere in the universe is high due to its vast size, the likelihood of extraterrestrial visitation remains low. He emphasised that no evidence of alien contact was presented during his time in office.

The topic of UFOs and extraterrestrial life has long captured public imagination and prompted government investigations worldwide. In recent years, increased transparency around unidentified aerial phenomena has been driven by pilot testimonies, sensor data, and national security concerns related to unidentified objects in restricted airspace.

If implemented, the proposed declassification effort could lead to the release of historical records, investigative reports, and intelligence assessments related to unexplained aerial sightings. Experts note that such disclosures may help clarify misunderstandings while strengthening scientific and national security understanding of unidentified aerial phenomena.

The announcement reflects growing public demand for transparency on unexplained aerial sightings and broader interest in space exploration and the search for extraterrestrial life.

As discussions continue, scientists and defense analysts emphasise the importance of separating scientific inquiry from speculation, while encouraging evidence-based research into unexplained aerial phenomena and space science.