Staff Reports
Documents related to the assassinations of two iconic figures, Senator Robert F. Kennedy Sr. and civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., are finally set to see the light of day, after being hidden away for decades. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, in a press event that could double as a family reunion, announced the upcoming release, mere feet away from RFK’s son, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and former President Donald Trump. If only these documents had been part of a scavenger hunt; they might have been found long ago.
Gabbard, apparently channeling the spirit of dedicated civil servants, noted that over a hundred people have been tirelessly working around the clock to scan the old documents, practically like college students on finals week. The buried treasures of history, supposedly never before seen, are expected to be unveiled in the next few days, which is oddly reminiscent of that Netflix series that teases a big reveal but keeps viewers waiting for an entire season.
Trump, being the optimist that he is, reacted positively to the news, expressing that it was “great” while turning his attention to RFK Jr. as if it were a heartwarming family moment. It seems like a theme here—reflective, emotional moments that remind everyone of a past steeped in both tragedy and the unshakable spirit of the American family. The message was clear: these revelations are not just about old documents, they’re about honoring family legacies.
Gabbard: RFK Sr., MLK Jr. Assassination Files to Be Released 'In the Next Few Days' https://t.co/0PsqcTsyuB
— Steve Ferguson (@lsferguson) April 11, 2025
When RFK Jr. expressed his gratitude for the upcoming release, it was a reminder that for those personally affected by these events, the details are not just files in a cabinet but pieces of their own history. Trump’s comments about the significant, personal nature of the documents speak volumes about how history can impact families in profound ways, especially when it involves their loved ones who were central to the nation’s storyline. Perhaps the timing is fitting when considering all the recent attacks on historical perspectives.
In January, Trump signed an executive order calling for the declassification of records regarding the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK Jr. This move was met with varying degrees of enthusiasm, as one can only wonder how much more can be dug up from the archives of history. With the JFK records previously released having no redactions, it certainly raises hopes that this new batch will be equally revealing. Some might say it’s as if the documents from a classic mystery novel are finally being pulled from the dusty shelves.
As Trump continues his 2024 campaign, vowing to form a commission on presidential assassinations as a tribute to RFK Jr., it’s clear that the shadow of these historical events remains relevant even today. After all, what better way to address past tragedies than to put them under a bright light? Behind the headlines lies a blend of deep family ties, political maneuvering, and historical reckoning, keeping everyone on the edge of their metaphorical seats, waiting for the truth to finally come out.
