declassification
Americannoun
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This week, the government's declassification of around 150 documents related to the 1981 putsch attempt underscored Juan Carlos's actions during it, prompting Núñez Feijóo's call for his return.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
“My team is honored that the President entrusted us to lead the declassification efforts and to shine a long-overdue light on the truth. I extend my deepest thanks for Bobby Kennedy and his families’ support.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025
Harry Reid, the late Senator and Democratic Majority Leader who made waves in 2021 by calling for the declassification of UFO documents, articulated at the time a non-scientist’s perspective on the subject.
From Salon • Jan. 25, 2025
That declassification process had been underway when Turner released the statement, according to the White House.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2024
It is anticipated that many of the documents marked unavailable may become available during the declassification review process.
From Project Trinity 1945-1946 by Maag, Carl R.
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