Trump Promises 'Very, Very Soon' Release of Pentagon UFO Study

Former president teases upcoming disclosures about unidentified aerial phenomena at Phoenix rally.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 4:37am

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A vibrant, abstract painting depicting a glowing, geometric UFO shape in shades of blue, purple, and white, floating above a desert landscape with fractured, overlapping brushstrokes, conveying a sense of movement and mystery.The upcoming release of government files on unidentified aerial phenomena promises to shed new light on a phenomenon that has long captured public fascination.Phoenix Today

Former President Donald Trump told a rally audience in Phoenix, Arizona that the first releases from a Pentagon study on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) will be coming out 'very, very soon'. Trump said he recently spoke with War Secretary Pete Hegseth about making the study's findings public, and hinted that the documents contain 'very interesting' information about the phenomenon.

Why it matters

Interest in UAPs, also known as UFOs, has grown significantly in recent years, with increased scrutiny from federal lawmakers and defense officials. Trump's comments suggest the government may be preparing to release more information about these unexplained incidents, which could shed light on a topic that has long captivated the public imagination.

The details

At a rally hosted by Turning Point USA and Turning Action in Phoenix, Trump told the audience that he figured they would be interested in the upcoming UAP disclosures since Arizonans are 'really into that'. He said the government has found 'many very interesting documents' related to the phenomenon, and that the first releases will begin 'very, very soon'. Trump previously stated in February that he would direct the release of government files related to alien and extraterrestrial life, as well as unidentified aerial phenomena.

  • On April 15, 2026, Trump spoke about the upcoming UAP disclosures at a rally in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • In February 2026, Trump said he would direct the release of government files related to alien and extraterrestrial life, as well as unidentified aerial phenomena.

The players

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States who announced that the first releases from a Pentagon study on unidentified aerial phenomena will be coming out 'very, very soon'.

Pete Hegseth

The War Secretary who Trump said he recently spoke with about making the findings of the Pentagon's UAP study public.

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What they’re saying

“We found many very interesting documents, I must say. And the first releases will begin very, very soon. So, you can go out and see if that phenomenon is correct.”

— Donald Trump, Former President

What’s next

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The takeaway

Trump's comments about the upcoming release of information on unidentified aerial phenomena reflect the growing public interest and government scrutiny around this topic. The disclosures could provide new insights into unexplained incidents in the skies, potentially captivating the public's imagination.