Bill Clinton Reveals He Investigated Area 51 and Roswell Files as President

Former President Bill Clinton appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and revealed that he personally ordered investigations into Area 51 and the Roswell files shortly after becoming president. This marked the most detailed public statement by a former president on personally investigating UFO-related government programs.

The Appearance

Bill Clinton discussed extraterrestrial topics during his appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live.
He addressed public curiosity about Area 51 and Roswell.

Investigation of Area 51

Shortly after becoming president, Bill Clinton had his aides investigate Area 51 'to make sure there was no alien down there.'

Review of Roswell Files

Bill Clinton stated: 'I had all the Roswell papers reviewed — everything.'

Clinton's Views on Aliens

Clinton told Kimmel: 'If we were visited someday I wouldn't be surprised. I just hope it's not like Independence Day.'
He explained that given the vastness of the universe and the continued discovery of new planets, he believes we are not alone.

Significance

This was the most detailed public statement by a former president about personally investigating UFO-related government programs.