Summary

Summary of Executive Order on Declassification of Records Related to Assassinations

Purpose

• The executive order aims to enhance transparency regarding the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
• It acknowledges that more than 50 years have passed since these events and asserts that families and the public deserve full access to related records.

Actions Taken

• Immediate Actions (Within 15 Days):

• The Director of National Intelligence (DNI) and the Attorney General are tasked with presenting a plan for the complete release of records related to President Kennedy’s assassination.

• Subsequent Actions (Within 45 Days):

• The DNI and Attorney General will review records concerning the assassinations of Senator Robert F. Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and present a plan for their full release.

• The order emphasizes that previous redactions were no longer justifiable and calls for a thorough review of all pertinent records.

General Provisions

• The order does not affect existing legal authorities of executive departments or agencies.
• It must be implemented in line with applicable laws and budgetary considerations.
• It does not create any legal rights or enforceable benefits for individuals against the United States or its entities.

Expected Impact

• This action is anticipated to provide the American public with long-awaited information regarding significant historical events, promoting transparency and trust in governmental processes.