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Trump's UFO File Release Delayed, Lawmakers Demand Accountability

4/19/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to release UFO files, but the Pentagon missed its deadline.
Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Tim Burchett distrust Trump and the Pentagon, fearing transparency delays.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz urged accountability for unaccounted scientists tied to the Los Alamos nuclear program.
Sen. Mike Rounds said the White House has not communicated about releasing 46 classified videos amid ongoing questions about drone incursions in New Jersey.

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U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to release UFO files, but the Pentagon missed its deadline.
Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Tim Burchett distrust Trump and the Pentagon, fearing transparency delays.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz urged accountability for unaccounted scientists tied to the Los Alamos nuclear program.
Sen. Mike Rounds said the White House has not communicated about releasing 46 classified videos amid ongoing questions about drone incursions in New Jersey.