JFK’s grandson reacts as Trump releases secret assassination files
New details about JFK’s assassination spark public debate, with family members sharing their thoughts.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to release all remaining classified files related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., reigniting a decades-old debate over transparency and national security.
The move has drawn sharp criticism from Jack Schlossberg, JFK’s grandson, who opposes the release, arguing it politicizes his grandfather’s legacy. Meanwhile, Trump’s decision has been celebrated by advocates for full disclosure, who believe the American people deserve to know the full truth behind these historical events.
Trump calls for full transparency
In his executive order, Trump emphasized that over 50 years after the assassinations of JFK, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. King, the federal government still hasn’t disclosed all records related to these events.
“Their families and the American people deserve transparency and truth. It is in the national interest to finally release all records related to these assassinations without delay,” the executive order stated.
When signing the order, Trump told reporters, “Everything will be revealed,” adding, “That’s a big one,” as he put pen to paper.
For years, the Kennedy assassination has been at the center of speculation and conspiracy theories. While millions of documents have already been released, some remain classified, leaving room for mistrust and fueling beliefs in a potential cover-up. Transparency advocates argue that full disclosure is necessary to provide closure and address lingering doubts.
JFK conspiracy theories —
The truth is alot sadder than the myth — a tragedy that didn’t need to happen. Not part of an inevitable grand scheme.
Declassification is using JFK as a political prop, when he’s not here to punch back.
There’s nothing heroic about it.
Jack
— Jack Schlossberg (@JBKSchlossberg) January 23, 2025
Jack Schlossberg fires back
Jack Schlossberg, JFK’s grandson, has been vocal in his opposition to the declassification effort. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Schlossberg dismissed the move as exploitative, writing:
“JFK conspiracy theories — The truth is a lot sadder than the myth — a tragedy that didn’t need to happen. Not part of an inevitable grand scheme. Declassification is using JFK as a political prop, when he’s not here to punch back. There’s nothing heroic about it.”
Schlossberg’s comments sparked backlash online, with many users questioning his stance. One user asked, “Have you reviewed the files? Have you read the documents? What puts you in position to know what is being declassified and released, if anything?” Another added, “Imagine not wanting to know how your grandfather died… how weird.”
Schlossberg defended his position, retorting, “I know everything d***.”
Critics accused Schlossberg of shielding information that could provide the public with long-sought answers. However, his remarks highlight an ongoing tension between the push for transparency and concerns over whether certain details should remain classified for national security reasons or to preserve historical integrity.
Trump’s stance on this issue is resonating with both transparency advocates and conspiracy theorists, as he ties it to a broader call for government accountability. By promising full disclosure, Trump appeals to those seeking answers to one of the 20th century’s most enduring mysteries.
Yet, Schlossberg’s opposition underscores the emotional weight of the issue for those directly tied to the tragedies. For families like the Kennedys, revisiting these events carries personal and historical complexities that go beyond public interest.
The long shadow of JFK’s assassination
Nearly 60 years after JFK’s assassination, the debate over what happened in Dallas on November 22, 1963, continues to captivate the American imagination. For some, the mystery represents lingering questions about power and trust in government. For others, it is a painful reminder of an era of political violence that shaped modern history.
As Trump pushes for transparency, the conversation surrounding these classified files will likely intensify, sparking renewed interest in a case that has never faded from the public consciousness. Whether this will finally provide closure—or fuel new controversies—remains to be seen.
