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In a move stirring significant controversy, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the declassification of decades-old government records tied to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. These killings, long shrouded in mystery, have fueled conspiracy theories and public debate for decades.
The order requires federal agencies to draft plans to release these documents, potentially exposing new details about the events and addressing lingering questions about whether official investigations were thorough—or part of a coverup. Trump emphasized the momentous nature of the decision, stating, “Everything will be revealed.”
Historical Context
- JFK Assassination (1963): President John F. Kennedy was killed in Dallas, Texas, allegedly by Lee Harvey Oswald, who was himself killed two days later. The Warren Commission concluded both men acted alone, but skepticism persists, with theories implicating groups like the CIA or foreign governments.
- MLK Assassination (1968): Martin Luther King Jr. was killed in Memphis, Tennessee, with James Earl Ray convicted for the murder. Ray later recanted, claiming he was set up, and theories have since linked the crime to figures including the FBI, local police, and organized crime.
- RFK Assassination (1968): Robert F. Kennedy was shot in Los Angeles by Sirhan Sirhan. However, some, including RFK’s son, believe others were involved, possibly linked to the same forces speculated to have killed JFK.
This release promises to reignite debate about whether the official narratives behind these tragic events were manipulated. While some see the declassification as an opportunity for truth and closure, others worry it may spark even more speculation. The long-awaited documents could potentially reshape how Americans view these pivotal moments in history.
*With information from USA Today
