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Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) and Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs Chairman Glenn Grothman (R-Wis.) addressed a joint subcommittee hearing titled "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth" in Washington. The focus was on enhancing transparency regarding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) for the American public.

Chairwoman Mace emphasized the need for Congress and citizens to understand government programs related to UAPs. She stated, “This hearing is intended to help Congress and the American people to learn the extent of the programs and activities our government has engaged in with respect to UAPs—and what knowledge it has yielded. That includes, of course, any knowledge of extraterrestrial life or technology of non-human origin." Mace stressed that taxpayers deserve clarity on investments made in these areas.

Mace also highlighted allegations concerning misinformation by government officials about UAPs. She noted that testimonies would address revelations about a secretive UAP program potentially hidden from Congress.

Chairman Grothman shared insights from his briefings with government agencies post the last hearing. He remarked, “Since the last hearing, I have led several briefings with government agencies to deepen my understanding of these issues.” Grothman pointed out improvements made by the Joint Chiefs for reporting UAP activity but acknowledged ongoing challenges faced by whistleblowers fearing retaliation.

Grothman expressed hope that witness testimonies would aid in reducing government waste and enhancing transparency. He voiced support for measures in last year's National Defense Authorization Act aimed at improving transparency and record-keeping concerning UAPs but indicated more work remains necessary.