Trump Orders Release of JFK Assassination Files Amid Ongoing Military Actions in Yemen
President Trump announces release of 80,000 JFK assassination files as U.S. airstrikes against Houthi militants escalate.
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Since Kennedy was killed in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963, speculation has persisted about what the government knows, and the slow pace of revelations has only heightened suspicions, according to those calling for declassification.
Trump Says He’s Releasing All JFK Files on Tuesday
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The National Archives has over the last three decades made material related to Kennedy's assassination available to the public, with the latest batch disclosed in August 2023.
JFK assassination files to be released Tuesday, Trump says
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The JFK assassination has remained a point of interest among the public for decades amid conspiracy theories about the involvement of a second shooter.
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While millions of government records related to the Kennedy assassination have been previously released, some information remains classified and redacted.
Donald Trump says he will release unredacted JFK assassination files Tuesday
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The Biden administration had attempted to deter the attacks with their own missile strikes against the Houthis.
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Some 80,000 Pages of JFK Files to Be Released on Tuesday, Trump Says
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Summary
In a dual focus this week, President Trump ordered the release of approximately 80,000 previously classified files related to the 1963 assassination of JFK during a speech at the Kennedy Center. He affirmed that he expects no redactions in this significant release, stating, "People have been waiting decades for this." This comes as the U.S. ramped up airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi militants, targeting their positions in response to ongoing attacks. Recent strikes reportedly killed dozens, while a $50 million lawsuit against Starbucks highlights safety issues amidst the excitement of March Madness with potential NCAA upsets.
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President Trump announced that his administration will release approximately 80,000 pages of unredacted files related to the assassination of John F. Kennedy, fulfilling a long-held promise to the public.
The FBI recently discovered an additional 2,400 records relating to the JFK assassination that will be included in the release, showcasing the extensive collection of files amassed over decades.
The move is part of a broader effort to ensure transparency surrounding historical government actions, as previous administrations have debated the balance between public interest and national security.
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