At a recent victory rally, former President Trump announced his intention to declassify and release the remaining government documents related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This declaration, made before a large crowd at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., was framed as a first step towards greater government transparency and accountability.

Trump's promise to unveil these sensitive documents reignites a long-standing debate surrounding these historical events. During his previous term, he had also pledged to release the JFK files, but ultimately withheld some documents citing national security concerns. This decision followed appeals from both the CIA and FBI, who argued that the release could jeopardize national security, law enforcement efforts, or foreign relations. Despite previous releases under the Biden administration, a significant number of documents remain classified. Trump's recent commitment extends to the files related to Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr., raising questions about the timeline and process for declassification. The release of the MLK Jr. files, in particular, faces legal hurdles, as they are currently sealed under the Martin Luther King Jr. Records Collection Act until 2027. This new pledge adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing quest for full disclosure and historical understanding of these pivotal moments in American history.