Week in Review: UAP Disclosure Developments and Upcoming Hearings

In an exciting week for those following the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) discourse, several key updates and revelations have come to light, setting the stage for more extensive discussions and investigations. Here’s a comprehensive look at the latest developments.

House Prepares for Second UAP Hearing

September 10-11 – In recent conversations with Askapol, Representatives Tim Burchett and Anna Paulina Luna confirmed that the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Accountability will host a second UAP hearing. This session will be chaired by Rep. Nancy Mace.

During the conversation, Rep. Burchett expressed optimism about securing high-quality witnesses and additional whistleblowers, emphasizing the committee’s seriousness. He stated, "I think that would be excellent. And I think that’ll lay the groundwork for the next President to do what’s right with this."

Notably, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has also signaled a potential UAP hearing in the Senate, indicating a growing bicameral interest in the subject.

Christopher Mellon Discusses UAP Concerns

September 10 – Christopher Mellon, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence, appeared on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford. Mellon discussed the increasing frequency and assertiveness of UAP incidents, citing examples from Guam in 2018 and various navy ships in 2019. He stressed the need for Congress to pass The Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Disclosure Act of 2024 for the NDAA to address these pressing national security concerns.

FOIA Releases Shed Light on Dr. Kirkpatrick’s Activities

September 11 – A recent FOIA release has provided insights into Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick’s role as the director of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO). The emails reveal discussions focused on enhancing safety measures and inter-agency coordination concerning UAP-related issues. Key areas of focus include collision hazards, implementation of COCOM responsibilities, operational coordination, UAP response and recovery, and collaboration with civil aviation and multi-sector partners.

Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet to Testify at Upcoming Hearings

September 13 – Retired Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet announced via a LinkedIn post that he has been invited to testify at the upcoming Congressional UAP hearings in November. Gallaudet, who has previously asserted the presence of non-human intelligence (NHI) on Earth, will share his insights with the committee.

What’s Next?

September/October/November

• Senate Hearing: According to Senator Gillibrand, a public hearing in line with AARO’s latest report is expected soon. She mentioned a hopeful timeline of July, possibly extending to September.

• House Hearing: In a conversation with Askapol, Representatives Luna and Burchett indicated that the next UAP hearing is likely to be scheduled after the August recess.

Beyond/Currently Unknown

• Select Committee: Following the July 26th UAP hearing, Members of Congress have called for a select committee with subpoena authority to collect information from the Pentagon and other sources on UAPs.

• Field Hearings: Representatives Moskowitz, Luna, and Burchett have expressed intentions to hold field hearings to overcome Pentagon limitations, with details to be announced soon.

• Witness Testimonies: Several journalists report that first-hand witnesses of alleged UAP legacy programs are preparing to provide testimony and evidence to relevant authorities, potentially making public statements in the near future.

• David Grusch: Grusch has received additional clearances through DOPSR to discuss his first-hand knowledge of legacy programs, hinting at upcoming disclosures in an Op-Ed.

Stay updated on these developments by referring to our Disclosure Timeline for a detailed look at how we arrived at this pivotal moment in UAP disclosure.