What happened: Former President Donald Trump announced plans to disclose government files related to aliens and unidentified flying objects. This came after he criticised Barack Obama for acknowledging the existence of aliens on a podcast.
Why it matters:
- Could increase public access to previously classified information on UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
- Affects public interest and government transparency on national security and scientific matters.
MNN Take: The release of such files may clarify government knowledge on UFOs, responding to growing public curiosity. However, details on what will be disclosed remain unclear.
Sources: NYTimes US