On 20 February 2026, US President Donald Trump ordered the government to release files on UFOs, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), and possible alien life. He said this decision comes from “tremendous public interest” and a need for more transparency.
Trump gave instructions to federal agencies, including the Pentagon, to locate and share records related to UFOs and extraterrestrial topics. He did not say exactly what documents would be released or when.
The announcement followed remarks by former President Barack Obama, who said he thinks alien life might exist because the universe is so big. Trump criticized Obama, claiming he had shared classified information with the public, calling it a “big mistake.”
Trump added that he does not know for sure if aliens exist, but noted that many people are curious about unidentified flying objects. White House officials said no formal speech on the matter has been planned yet.
Interest in UFOs has increased in recent years, especially after military videos of unexplained objects were released and Congress held hearings on the sightings. Past Pentagon reports have found no proof of alien life or technology, often explaining sightings as drones, planes, or natural phenomena.
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