Navy's FOIA Response Reveals Deliberations on UAP Video Rele

Overview of FOIA Request for UAP Videos

The Freedom This request highlights the growing public interest in UAPs and the government's handling of related materials. The FOIA process involves several steps, beginning with the submission of a request that clearly outlines the desired information. In this instance, the requester, John Greenwald of The Black Vault, specified the need for all records pertaining to the decision-making process surrounding the public release of the UAP videos.

This included emails, memos, and any investigative reports that informed the decision to post the videos online. Upon receiving the request, the Navy conducted a review of the relevant documents. The response included four emails totaling 34 pages, but notably, substantial portions of the information were withheld under FOIA Exemptions (b)(5) and (b)(6).

The former protects the deliberative process, ensuring that internal discussions and recommendations remain confidential to preserve the quality of agency decision-making. The latter safeguards personal privacy, preventing the disclosure of…

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