A highly anticipated congressional hearing on UFOs is set for Tuesday, with lawmakers promising testimony from witnesses who claim direct, firsthand encounters with unexplained phenomena.
The session, formally titled “Restoring Public Trust Through UAP Transparency and Whistleblower Protection,” comes more than a year after former intelligence officer David Grusch made headlines in July 2023 with explosive allegations. Grusch testified that both the U.S. government and private aerospace companies have recovered exotic craft, non-human materials, and even “biologics.”
This week’s hearing marks a shift from past sessions that leaned heavily on secondhand reports. Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison, a leading voice in the House disclosure push, confirmed that at least two of the upcoming witnesses will share personal experiences. Among those expected to appear are Air Force veterans Jeffrey Nuccetelli and Dylan Borland, Chief Alexandro Wiggins, and investigative journalist George Knapp.
While none of the scheduled witnesses are believed to have worked inside the classified “programs” that allegedly handle recovered technology, Burlison said efforts are ongoing to secure testimony from individuals who have. He acknowledged that some potential witnesses are hesitant to speak publicly due to fear of repercussions.
Burlison noted that while he has not been threatened directly, colleagues have warned him to be cautious of “specific people” in Washington. His ally in the disclosure movement, Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett, recently introduced the UAP Whistleblower Protection Act (H.R. 5060). The measure would protect federal employees who disclose the use of taxpayer funds for UFO-related research or material recovery.
The bill is part of a broader push to encourage insiders to step forward without fear of retaliation or legal consequences. According to Burlison, some individuals remain silent because acknowledging involvement with these programs could also mean admitting to possible illegal activity.
Beyond the hearing itself, Burlison stressed the importance of formal letters being prepared with assistance from Grusch, who now works for him. These interrogatory letters will be sent to key agencies and private entities to demand information and, Burlison said, carry “significant weight.”
“Regardless of how the public testimony plays out, those letters will be the most important outcome,” Burlison explained, framing them as a critical step toward uncovering answers.
