The U.S. Secret Service (USSS) has released 45 pages of documents in response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request filed by The Black Vault. These records reveal new insights into the process and deliberations surrounding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s request for Secret Service protection during his 2024 presidential campaign. Kennedy’s campaign first submitted a formal request for Secret Service protection on May 24, 2023, citing heightened threats against the candidate. The request included a comprehensive risk assessment compiled by a private security firm. This 67-page report, referenced in a July 28, 2023, tweet by Kennedy himself, detailed specific…
Author: John Greenewald
On December 2, 2024, the U.S. House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic released its final report, “After Action Review of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Lessons Learned and a Path Forward.” The 520-page document offers a detailed analysis of the pandemic’s origins, evaluates the effectiveness of the U.S. response, and provides recommendations for future crises. The report contains significant revelations about the origins of the virus, widespread policy failures, and the successes that emerged despite numerous challenges. Subcommittee Chairman Brad Wenstrup described the work as “the single most impactful responsibility I have undertaken in 12 years in Congress.” Lab Leak…
Recently obtained records from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) provide a detailed look at political appointments and leadership changes within the agency during a pivotal period starting in mid-2019. Released in response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request filed in October 2019, the 41 pages of documents outline personnel movements, roles, and organizational structures, offering a glimpse into the agency’s internal operations during a time of significant administrative transition. The records identify individuals appointed to prominent positions within USCIS, many of whom were categorized as political appointees. Among those highlighted is Kenneth Cuccinelli, who assumed the role…
(Document archive is below this description) Administrator Daily Briefs (ADBs) for the Great Lakes Region of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are concise, high-level summaries prepared to provide FAA leadership with up-to-date information on operational, regulatory, and safety-related developments within the region. Covering a broad geographic area that includes multiple states and critical aviation hubs, these briefs ensure decision-makers have the necessary data to address current issues and maintain the integrity of the National Airspace System (NAS). Key Components of Administrator Daily Briefs Operational Highlights A summary of significant air traffic activity, including notable events at major airports or within…
The document titled HAVE CARGO Captive Flight Tests, Phase III, Volume IV is a formerly classified report produced by the U.S. Air Force’s Foreign Technology Division in August 1974. It details a series of tests conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of infrared countermeasures and missile guidance systems against Soviet ATOLL (AA-2) and U.S. Sidewinder (AIM-9B) missiles. The report is divided into four parts: ALA-17 Flare Tests: Examines the effectiveness of deploying one to three flares as decoys. The tests demonstrated successful missile decoying under most conditions, with a few exceptions. C-130 Susceptibility: Analyzes the vulnerability of C-130 aircraft to ground-launched…