Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth

The U.S. House of Representatives’ Oversight and Accountability Committee has officially announced an upcoming joint subcommittee hearing titled “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth,” set for Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. ET in Room 2154 of the Rayburn House Office Building.

Room 2154 in the Rayburn House Office Building is known as the House Oversight Committee hearing room. It is one of the larger committee rooms in the U.S. Capitol complex, with a seating capacity designed to accommodate significant public and press interest.

This room has a structured layout typical of major committee hearing rooms, featuring seating areas for members of Congress and witnesses at the front, along with additional seating for attendees and a designated space for media. However, for high-interest topics like UAPs, the available seating can fill quickly, often leading to standing-room-only conditions or even an overflow area for additional spectators.

This hearing is a collaborative effort between two key subcommittees: Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation, along with the National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs subcommittee. The hearing’s purpose is to address the increasing public demand for transparency and accountability regarding the government’s knowledge and handling of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), commonly referred to as UFOs. Under the banner of “Exposing the Truth,” the session promises to tackle critical questions and reveal possible undisclosed details about UAP encounters, government research initiatives, and the potential security implications surrounding these phenomena.

Members of the committee are encouraged to actively participate by submitting relevant documents, exhibits, or other materials to be included in the hearing record. To ensure timely review and distribution among members, materials should be submitted through the committee’s electronic repository at least 24 hours prior to the hearing. Any materials submitted on the day of or during the hearing may face delays in distribution and approval for the record, possibly impacting their inclusion and consideration.

This upcoming hearing is anticipated to attract considerable public and media attention, given the intense curiosity and scrutiny surrounding UAPs, especially in light of recent whistleblower accounts and new government disclosures. Previous UAP-related hearings have highlighted a complex mix of intrigue and skepticism, especially about how the government manages classified information about these mysterious aerial events.

This hearing signals the U.S. government’s continued engagement with the UAP topic, following recent high-profile testimonies and revelations that have hinted at concealed programs and incidents involving unidentified aerial phenomena. As the hearing date approaches, the public eagerly awaits potential new disclosures, which may offer insight into the government’s understanding of UAPs and their implications for national security, controlled airspace, and public awareness.

The U.S. House Oversight Committee has scheduled a hearing on November 13, 2024, to examine a clandestine Pentagon initiative known as “Immaculate Constellation.” This program, reportedly active since 2017, is alleged to investigate Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) and reverse-engineer technology from non-human intelligence sources. Whistleblowers claim it has operated without congressional oversight, raising constitutional concerns. The hearing aims to shed light on these activities and assess their implications for national security and governmental transparency.

In March 2024, Congressman Eric Burlison urged House Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to establish a subcommittee under the House Oversight and Accountability Committee dedicated to investigating Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Burlison emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, citing testimonies from retired Major David Grusch and Ryan Graves, who disclosed a previously unknown UAP crash retrieval and reverse engineering program. He expressed concern over the federal government’s limited disclosure on UAP incidents and the Department of Defense’s reluctance to cooperate with congressional oversight, which has eroded public trust. Burlison advocated for a bipartisan subcommittee with full access to all relevant information to uphold democratic principles and ensure an informed electorate.

The U.S. House Oversight Committee has scheduled a hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) for November 13, 2024. Confirmed witnesses include Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, a distinguished oceanographer and retired U.S. Navy officer, currently the CEO of Ocean STL Consulting, LLC, who is expected to provide insights from his expertise in oceanography, possibly including perspectives on Unidentified Submerged Objects (USOs). Additional testimony will come from Luis Elizondo, former director of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP) within the Department of Defense, known for his role in bringing attention to the UAP issue through his advocacy for transparency.

Also confirmed is Michael Gold, Chief Growth Officer at Redwire Corporation and former NASA Associate Administrator, who has worked on policy issues including international cooperation in space. His expertise may provide a framework for understanding UAPs from a space policy and regulatory perspective.

Michael Shellenberger, an environmental policy expert and founder of Public, is also scheduled to testify, likely bringing a broader perspective on transparency and public interest in UAP-related disclosures. Michael Shellenberger, an independent journalist, has reported on a whistleblower’s allegations regarding a secretive Pentagon program named “Immaculate Constellation,” purportedly focused on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). According to Shellenberger, this program was established in 2017 to consolidate UAP data from various military and intelligence sources, allegedly operating without Congressional oversight. The Department of Defense has denied the existence of such a program, stating, “The Department of Defense has no record, present or historical, of any type of SAP called IMMACULATE CONSTELLATION.”

This hearing aims to address national security concerns tied to UAPs, with testimonies potentially shedding light on government knowledge, involvement, and policy considerations regarding UAP encounters.

The following statements are witness testimonies for the upcoming joint hearing titled “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth,” scheduled by the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation and the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs, both part of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The hearing will take place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 11:30 AM in room 2154 of the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C. Featured witnesses include Mr. Luis Elizondo, a former Department of Defense official and author; Dr. Tim Gallaudet, Rear Admiral (Ret.) and CEO of Ocean STL Consulting, LLC; Mr. Michael Gold, a former NASA Associate Administrator and current member of NASA’s UAP Independent Study Team; and Mr. Michael Shellenberger, founder of Public. Each witness has provided official statements, “Truth in Testimony” documents, and bios, accessible via the official Congressional link for the event: docs.house.gov.

Written Testimony of Luis Elizondo

Written Testimony of DR. TIM GALLAUDET, REAR ADMIRAL, U.S. NAVY (RET.)

Written Testimony of Mike Gold

Written Testimony of Michael Shellenberger