DoD FOIA Response Reveals Exemptions on UAP Records

Overview of FOIA Request and Response Process

The Freedom This center plays a crucial role in managing incoming requests and ensuring compliance with the statutory requirements of FOIA. The request was officially logged the following day, April 25, 2022, indicating a prompt administrative response to the inquiry. The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office, tasked with addressing UAP-related issues, conducted a thorough search of its records systems.

This search yielded 21 pages deemed responsive to the request, showcasing the office's commitment to transparency regarding UAP matters. C. § 552 (b)(5) and (b)(6).

The first exemption protects inter-agency communications that are deliberative in nature, shielding internal discussions that could reveal subjective evaluations and recommendations. The second exemption addresses privacy concerns, indicating that certain information, if disclosed, could lead to an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This administrative handling highlights the complexities involved in balancing transparency with the need to protect sensitive information.

The DoD's careful consideration of the foreseeable harm…

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