Posted on 11/16/2024 4:44:36 AM PST by RoosterRedux
The four witnesses at the congressional UAP hearing provided written testimonies. Here are some of the highlights.
Tim Gallaudet [Rear Admiral (retired)]
Gallaudet called out UAPs as a safety risk for Navy pilots. He was acting as the chief meteorologist for the Navy at the time of the 2015 “Go Fast” encounter between a Navy pilot and UAP. That footage was one of the videos officially released by the Navy in 2020. Gallaudet accused “elements of the government” of engaging in a disinformation campaign designed to discredit UAP whistleblowers. His testimony didn’t use the words “alien” or “extraterrestrial,” but he mentioned “a new realization that we are not the only advanced intelligence in the universe.” Gallaudet called for greater transparency around UAPs.
Luis Elizondo
Elizondo’s testimony was even more direct. The former DOD official claimed the U.S. and some of its adversaries are in possession of UAP technologies. He said “excessive secrecy” has been used to “hide the fact that we are not alone in the cosmos.”
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Michael Gold
Gold is a former NASA administrator focused on space policy. He was part of an independent study team that issued a 2023 report recommending NASA play a prominent role in studying and collecting data on UAPs.
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Michael Shellenberger
Shellenberer’s extensive written testimony accused the government of not being transparent about UFOs. He revisited statements made by others, including former military intelligence official David Grusch, who claimed the U.S. government has retrieved alien spacecraft.
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I didn’t watch. Did anybody ask Elizondo whether he’s still on the government payroll?
Thanks Rooster. I hope you guys might post some highlights. I have a data throttling issue right now and can’t watch it.
The key word is “claims”.
Thanks RR.
Congressional UFO review blurred images of something we don’t know what it is but by God were going to throw cast at it and lot’s of it.
The reason all these "whistleblowers" have is "claims" is because the DOD is refusing to be honest with the American people about whatever evidence they have.
BTW, Admiral Gallaudet knows there's evidence because pilots interacting with UFOs and UAPs have had to scrub missions because of them. Some of these missions are very compressed (timewise) pre-deployment exercises of carrier groups and scrubbing air training missions because of UAP interference is a very big deal.
This did happen to the carrier USS Roosevelt as it was preparing for deployment to the ME. The DOD grabbed all the records, classified them, and then tried to deny it happened...even to the officers, pilots, and seamen involved.
The same danger applies to civilian and commercial aircraft but the DOD slams the door shut on this matter.
That's why whistleblowers are coming forward and hearings are being held.
And here's a summary with time markers:
Summary of UAP Congressional Hearing with Time Markers
This joint Congressional hearing on UAPs (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena) was co-chaired by multiple subcommittees and featured testimony from military officials, scientists, and journalists. Key points included:
Opening Statements (1:42–7:49):
- Congressional members stressed the bipartisan importance of investigating UAPs due to their implications for national security and transparency.
- Chairwoman Mace emphasized the need to uncover potential misuse of taxpayer funds and reduce overclassification of UAP-related materials.
- A document, Immaculate Constellation, purportedly detailing a secret U.S. government UAP program, was introduced into the Congressional Record.
Witness Testimonies:
1. Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet's Testimony (27:04–32:22):
- Admiral Gallaudet described a 2015 naval exercise involving the USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier strike group, where unidentified objects displayed flight characteristics beyond known technologies.
- A related email, labeled "urgent safety of flight issue," disappeared without explanation, raising concerns about government transparency.
- Recommendations:
- Strengthen Congressional oversight of UAP-related programs.
- Pass legislation mandating transparency in UAP research and records.
2. Lou Elizondo's Testimony (32:27–37:17):
- Elizondo stated that UAPs represent advanced technologies not created by any known government.
- Alleged that the U.S. government has engaged in a decades-long effort to conceal UAP-related activities.
- Confirmed the existence of U.S. crash retrieval programs aimed at reverse-engineering alien craft (51:16).
- Called for:
- A unified government approach to UAP investigations.
- Whistleblower protections to encourage testimony.
3. Michael Shellenberger's Testimony (37:36–43:50):
- Shellenberger discussed the Immaculate Constellation document, which allegedly details high-resolution imagery and data collected on UAPs.
- Shared accounts of whistleblowers who claim U.S. intelligence holds clear, high-definition videos of UAPs exhibiting extraordinary behaviors.
- Highlighted a lack of transparency from Arrow, the Pentagon's UAP investigation office, and the use of excessive classification to restrict public access.
4. Michael Gold's Testimony (43:57–49:13):
- Gold, a former NASA official, advocated for NASA to take a leading role in destigmatizing and researching UAP phenomena.
- Proposed using NASA's Aviation Safety Reporting System to collect civilian reports of UAPs and employing AI to analyze archival data.
- Emphasized the potential for scientific breakthroughs through the study of anomalies.
Highlighted Incidents:
- Admiral Gallaudet described the disappearance of an email related to a 2015 UAP encounter (28:02).
- Elizondo detailed signing a classified document preventing him from disclosing crash retrieval programs (51:04).
- Shellenberger referenced a high-definition video of UAPs near Kuwait (41:07).
Closing Remarks (55:07–59:04):
- Witnesses urged Congress to:
- Ensure transparency and declassification of UAP materials.
- Foster collaboration among government, scientific, and private sectors.
- Protect whistleblowers from retaliation.
Key New Information:
- Details of the Immaculate Constellation document, claiming a long-standing UAP program.
- Allegations of high-quality UAP data and imagery withheld by the government.
- Testimony suggesting non-human intelligence may be involved in UAP phenomena.
While the hearing offered significant allegations and insights, concrete evidence such as high-resolution imagery or detailed reports was not disclosed. Much of the discussion relied on whistleblower accounts and classified information.
Summary of UAP Congressional Hearing (Second Hour)
The second hour of this UAP Congressional hearing included a robust discussion among witnesses and members of Congress, touching on UAP-related incidents, government transparency, whistleblower protections, and implications for national security. Below is a summary with key time markers:
Highlights and Key Testimonies:
1. Transmedium Travel and the TikTok Incident (1:00:06–1:02:54)
- Witnesses described UAPs with capabilities such as entering water seamlessly, known as transmedium travel.
- The 2004 TikTok UAP incident, observed by Navy Commander David Fravor, was discussed. Witnesses emphasized the need for Congressional access to UAP data and criticized disinformation campaigns targeting whistleblowers.
2. UAPs and Military Installations (1:03:00–1:05:15)
- UAP sightings near sensitive U.S. military and nuclear sites were highlighted, suggesting deliberate surveillance.
- Witnesses speculated that reluctance to release UAP data may stem from concerns over exposing vulnerabilities in national defense systems.
3. Whistleblowers and the "Immaculate Constellation" Program (1:05:15–1:10:15)
- Discussion of the alleged “Immaculate Constellation” program, which reportedly involves reverse engineering of UAP technologies.
- Journalist Michael Shellenberger detailed his investigations and corroborated whistleblower accounts with additional sources.
4. Biological Effects and Encounters (1:14:15–1:16:50)
- Specific biological effects associated with UAP encounters were described, including psychological distress and physical sensations.
- Witnesses emphasized the need for systematic research into these phenomena.
5. Civilian and Military Reporting (1:18:15–1:21:04)
- NASA’s Aviation Safety Reporting System was praised as a model for gathering civilian data on UAP sightings.
- Witnesses advocated for greater transparency to overcome stigma and encourage reporting by both civilian and military pilots.
Recurring Themes:
- Overclassification: Witnesses expressed concerns about excessive government secrecy surrounding UAP data, which hinders scientific research and public accountability.
- National Security Risks: UAPs’ proximity to military and nuclear facilities underscores potential threats that require further investigation.
- Whistleblower Protections: Witnesses stressed the importance of legislative measures to protect individuals coming forward with UAP-related information.
Notable Questions and Witness Responses:
1. Admiral Gallaudet on UAP Threats to Pilots (1:58:40)
Admiral Gallaudet emphasized that UAPs pose significant safety risks to both military and civilian pilots, citing near collisions during training exercises.
2. Luis Elizondo on Non-Human Biologics (2:00:00–2:01:30)
Elizondo confirmed reports of recovered materials and biologics allegedly associated with UAPs but deferred detailed discussions to classified settings.
3. Shellenberger on Oceanic UAPs (1:54:01–1:55:40)
Described UAP sightings emerging from and submerging into oceans, suggesting the possibility of underwater bases or operations.
Closing Remarks (2:01:50–2:08:27):
- Members of Congress reaffirmed the importance of continuing UAP investigations to ensure public safety and national security.
- Admiral Gallaudet and other witnesses underscored the need for improved air and maritime defense capabilities to address UAP incursions.
The hearing concluded with bipartisan calls for greater transparency, accountability, and funding for UAP research, as well as protections for whistleblowers willing to come forward with information.
Thanks
Your wriiten summary refers to the TikTok incident being discussed at 1:00 to 1:02. and it does sound like the chaiman says TikTok, but I think it was the “tic tac” incident, so called because the alleged craft were described as looking like the little square breath mints. ( on some electrooptical infrared system recording at least)
Holy cow! THANK YOU!
So you claim.
Do any of these guys own smartphones? Did they capture this alien technology on video?
They asked the question sorta—they asked what his last government job was...he said something about White House something something...
The Admiral was a much better witness imho.
Lu’s credibility took a big hit after he recently got caught showing an audience a picture of a “mother ship” in Romania that turned out to be a lamp shade.
To be fair—the lamp shade was in Romania.
Lol.
No. It is not my claim.
This is the claim of the whistleblowers. Read the posts and threads on this subject. Watch the videos on the hearings. I would have thought you would have wanted to do so before offering your opinion on this subject.
And you are the one who makes the "claim" that they are lying.
There are soldiers, Marines, admirals, generals, colonels, NCOs galore who have made this claim under oath in front of Congress and behind closed doors in classified hearings.
It's your "claim" against theirs.
I gave it the transcript from Youtube and asked for a formatted summary in html (so I could post it directly to FR) with time markers (the original transcript had time toggles).
Since the transcript was over 2 hours, I broke it into 2 one hour segments for ease of processing.
Pretty amazing, isn't it?
Well I appreciate it very much! Yep pretty cool!
As Arthur C. Clark said, 'extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence'. I see no evidence; only 'claims'. Contemporary men who don't think to take out their HD smartphone camera and record what they allegedly see.
All we're left is with are their 'claims'.
I think we both agree that proof is essential—but digging for answers requires more than dismissing every claim out of hand. If we limit our imaginations to only the possibilities we already understand, how can we expect to expand our knowledge? We need to look critically, yet remain open-minded, rather than waiting for answers to be handed to us on a silver platter. After all, isn’t that the essence of intellectual curiosity?
I understand your skepticism about anecdotal evidence, but labeling all witness testimony as mere “claims” feels dismissive to me. Are we really to believe that soldiers, admirals, and others who have served with distinction are all deluded or dishonest? This kind of rigidity risks closing the door on valuable insights. Rejecting anecdotal evidence as a rule may shield us from gullibility, but it also risks blinding us to truths that might emerge through careful investigation.
BTW, you mentioned the phrase, “Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence,” attributing it to Arthur C. Clarke. It’s actually Carl Sagan who popularized that idea. Clarke’s work, while visionary, focused more on imagining the future of science and technology than on making philosophical statements about evidence. It’s a minor point, but it underscores the importance of precision when dealing with big ideas, which is precisely why we can’t just reject credible claims outright.
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