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Congressional Hearing Highlights Urgent Need for Transparency on UAPs

Witnesses at the congressional hearing on UAPs emphasized the need for greater transparency from the government regarding unidentified aerial phenomena and their implications for national security.

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August 7, 2026

Declassified

July 26, 2023

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U.S. Government Publishing Office

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Overview of the July 26, 2023 Hearing on UAPs

On July 26, 2023, the Subcommittee on National Security convened to discuss Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) and their implications for national security and public safety. This hearing highlighted the urgent need for transparency regarding UAPs, as witnesses, including military personnel and experts, shared their insights and experiences related to these phenomena. The discussions underscored the growing public interest in UAPs, with many Americans expressing concerns that the government may be withholding critical information.

The hearing was marked by testimonies from notable figures such as Ryan Graves, David Grusch, and Commander David Fravor, who emphasized the frequency of UAP sightings and the stigma that often prevents reporting these encounters. The National Defense Authorization Act of 2022 had previously established the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) to investigate UAPs, yet its classified budget has raised concerns about adequate oversight and accountability. Throughout the hearing, the witnesses called for improved reporting systems for…

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Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Implications on National Security, Public Safety, and Government Transparency

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