MAGA influencer Benny Johnson voiced excitement for the release of the what he called the “Alien files,” according to the Daily Beast. However, a number of other online users, including at least one Republican lawmaker, expressed skepticism, claiming that the timing was suspicious.

Prediction markets are wagering on whether the United States will confirm the existence of extraterrestrial life by 2027.

President Donald Trump said he will direct the Department of Defense to start releasing files related to "aline and extraterrestrial life," as he faces criticism over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files.