FOIA Response Reveals Ongoing Interest in UAPs and Luis Eliz

Overview of the FOIA Request and Response Process

The Freedom Oversight within the Department of Defense (DoD). Greenewald's inquiry was particularly focused on emails containing the keyword "Elizondo" from October 4, 2017, until the processing date of the request, aiming to uncover insights into Elizondo's involvement and the broader context of UAP investigations. Upon review, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) identified 124 pages of responsive records.

However, certain information was withheld under specific FOIA exemptions, namely (b)(5) and (b)(6). The (b)(5) exemption pertains to documents that are part of the deliberative process, which protects the integrity of internal discussions and decision-making within the agency. The (b)(6) exemption is invoked when disclosure would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy, suggesting that some of the withheld information may involve sensitive personal data or discussions.

The response also indicated that the Office of the Secretary of Defense and Joint Staff holds the authority to release some documents related to…

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