U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an order to declassify files related to the assassinations of former President John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr., according to a statement from his aide. The move aims to increase transparency around some of the most controversial events in U.S. history.
The files, which have long been the subject of public interest and speculation, could offer new insights into the events surrounding the assassinations. Historians, researchers, and conspiracy theorists alike have called for the release of these documents for decades, hoping to uncover previously hidden details or confirm long-debated theories.
John F. Kennedy, the 35th U.S. president, was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1963. His death has sparked numerous conspiracy theories questioning whether Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. Robert F. Kennedy, JFK’s younger brother, was killed in 1968 while campaigning for the presidency. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights leader, was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, the same year.
The declassification order aligns with Trump’s earlier pledges to bring greater transparency to government records. The National Archives is expected to release these documents soon, though some information may remain redacted to protect sensitive details related to national security or intelligence operations.
This unprecedented release is expected to reignite debates surrounding the three historic assassinations. It also reflects the ongoing demand for public accountability and clarity regarding pivotal events in American history.