M31GlobalNews, Washington — President Donald Trump has taken a significant step toward historical transparency by signing an executive order to release more documents related to the assassinations of John F. Kennedy (JFK), Robert F. Kennedy (RFK), and Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK).
“This is a big one,” Trump said while signing the order in the Oval Office. “People have been waiting for this for years, even decades.”
Trump directed that the pen used to sign the order be handed to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., his pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and the nephew of JFK. As he signed the order, Trump remarked, “All will be revealed.”
What the Executive Order Means
The Trump executive order instructs the Director of National Intelligence and the Attorney General to prepare a plan for the full declassification of JFK assassination files within 15 days. The timeline for releasing the RFK files and MLK files is set at 45 days.
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While many JFK-related records have already been released—most notably a tranche of 13,000 documents during the Biden administration—many files remain redacted or withheld entirely due to concerns about national security.
“Their families and the American people deserve transparency and truth,” reads Trump’s executive order. “It is in the national interest to finally release all records related to these assassinations without delay.”
Why These Records Matter
The mystery surrounding these assassinations has fueled conspiracy theories for decades, leaving the public asking questions like “Who killed JFK?”, “What do the RFK files reveal?”, and “Why are MLK assassination records still classified?”
The 1963 JFK assassination, in particular, has been the subject of intense scrutiny. In 2023, the National Archives reported that 99% of the records related to JFK’s death had been made public. However, some documents remain classified due to concerns over revealing the identities of confidential sources or intelligence methods.
The release of these files could shed light on long-debated theories and provide insight into the events surrounding the deaths of these iconic figures.
Challenges to Full Declassification
While Trump has now ordered the release of the JFK files declassified, previous presidents, including Biden, faced resistance from national security agencies like the CIA and Pentagon. These agencies argued that releasing some documents could compromise sources who may still be alive or expose sensitive intelligence methods.
When Trump was president during his first term, he delayed the full release of JFK assassination files due to pressure from national security agencies. However, during his 2024 campaign, Trump promised to make all remaining documents public if reelected.
The Plan Moving Forward
Under Trump’s new directive:
- Within 15 days, the Director of National Intelligence and the Attorney General will present a detailed plan for the full release of JFK documents.
- Within 45 days, similar plans will be presented for the RFK assassination and MLK assassination files.
Trump has emphasized the importance of declassification, stating that “it’s time for the truth to come out.”
A Step Toward Transparency
Historians and experts believe this move could finally bring clarity to some of the most significant and controversial moments in American history. The release of these declassified JFK files, as well as the RFK and MLK records, could provide long-sought answers and help close decades-old chapters of uncertainty.
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