Donald Trump’s decision not to fully declassify JFK assassination files during his presidency raises eyebrows and ignites speculation.
At a Glance
- Trump deferred full release of JFK files after consulting advisors like Mike Pompeo
- He promises to unveil all files if re-elected, calling it a necessary “cleansing”
- Over 2,800 documents were declassified in 2017, with more released under Biden
- National security concerns and protection of living individuals cited as reasons for partial release
Trump’s JFK Files Dilemma: National Security vs. Public Interest
Well, folks, it seems our favorite straight-talking, no-nonsense former President Donald Trump has found himself in a pickle that would make even the most seasoned politician squirm. During a recent appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast, Trump spilled the beans on why he didn’t go full-throttle on declassifying those pesky JFK assassination files during his presidency. And let me tell you, it’s a doozy of a story that’ll have you scratching your head and wondering what in the Sam Hill is going on in Washington.
According to Trump, he was all set to rip off the band-aid and let the truth fly, but then some “well-meaning” folks came knocking.
Now, we’re not talking about your average Joe Schmoes here. We’re talking big guns like former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. These heavy hitters apparently convinced Trump to pump the brakes on full disclosure, citing concerns that would make any red-blooded American’s ears perk up: national security, living individuals, and addresses that could put people at risk.
But he still didn’t explain what he meant when he allegedly told close confidantes that, had they seen what he’d seen, they wouldn’t have declassified it either. We’ll presumably find out soon…
The Partial Release and Promises of Full Disclosure
Now, before you start hollering about cover-ups and deep state shenanigans, let’s give credit where it’s due. Trump did manage to declassify over 2,800 documents related to the JFK assassination back in 2017. That’s not chump change, folks. But for those of us who believe in full transparency and the American people’s right to know, it’s like being served a juicy steak but only getting to eat half of it.
“I opened them up partially. I was met with — from good people, I mean, you know, look at me, good people, people that were well-meaning, Mike Pompeo was one of them, he’s a good person. Uh, they called me they said ‘Sir, would rather, have you not.’ After — and I did open them, but I was asked by some people not to open them,” Trump told Rogan.
Trump’s explanation for the partial release is a mixed bag of reasons that’ll make your head spin faster than a politician’s stance on taxes. He cited concerns about addresses, living individuals, and potential national security risks. It’s enough to make you wonder what kind of bombshells are lurking in those unreleased files. Are we talking about alien involvement? Time-traveling assassins? The recipe for the perfect covfefe?
The Promise of a “Cleansing” and Future Transparency
But hold onto your hats, patriots, because Trump isn’t done with this story yet. In a move that’s sure to get conspiracy theorists and history buffs alike salivating, he’s made a bold promise: if he’s re-elected, he’ll declassify those remaining files faster than you can say “Make America Great Again.” Trump’s calling it a “cleansing,” which sounds like the kind of deep clean our government desperately needs.
Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m starting to feel like we’re watching a high-stakes game of political hot potato. Trump tosses the files, advisors catch them and toss them back, and we’re left wondering if we’ll ever get the full story. It’s enough to make you want to grab these bureaucrats by their red tape and demand some straight answers.
Hopefully, next time around, he does it!
Do you think he will?