USA: UAP Task Force denies Navy UFO videos to Black Vault
On September 7, 2022, the UAP Task Force rejected a Black Vault request for all US Navy UFO videos, stating they contain sensitive UAP information and are fully classified, exempt from release.
Background
Event Details
On September 7, 2022, the UAP Task Force responded to a Freedom of Information Act request from John Greenewald's Black Vault. The agency denied access to all UFO videos held by the US Navy.
Official Response
The Task Force justified the denial by asserting that the materials include sensitive information related to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). They classified the videos entirely and exempted them from any disclosure requirements.
Context and Significance
This incident highlights ongoing government reluctance to release UAP-related footage despite public and congressional interest. John Greenewald published the response on September 8, 2022, via The Black Vault, fueling discussions on transparency in UAP investigations. No specific videos or locations were detailed, but it underscores classification protocols amid rising UAP scrutiny. Witnesses: None directly involved; key figure is Greenewald. Evidence: Official denial letter. Importance: Reveals barriers to public access on military UAP holdings.