Russia Delivers JFK Assassination Files to GOP Rep Anna Paulina Luna in Washington
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican from Florida, announced that she has received a detailed report from Russia concerning the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy. The 350-page document was delivered by Russia’s ambassador to the United States in Washington.
Unveiling Russian Documents
Rep. Luna stated on social media that a team of experts is set to begin translating and reviewing the document. The report will be made public after this review process. No redactions are evident in the files according to Luna’s initial assessment.
Russia Confirms Handover
The Russian embassy in Washington confirmed this exchange, also noting that these archives will be published in Russia in November. Luna, who chairs the Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, has emphasized the significance of JFK’s assassination, describing it as a pivotal moment for the Kennedy family and the world.
Historical Background
John F. Kennedy was assassinated on November 22, 1963, during a motorcade in Dallas, Texas. Lee Harvey Oswald was apprehended for the murder but was later killed by nightclub owner Jack Ruby. The Warren Commission concluded that Oswald acted alone, but the event remains surrounded by conspiracy theories.
Efforts in Declassification
In recent years, efforts have intensified to declassify documents related to the assassination. President Donald Trump signed an executive order for this purpose, leading to the release of thousands of previously unseen documents. In February, the FBI acknowledged finding 2,400 new records connected to the assassination.
As these developments unfold, attention remains on the implications of the Russian report for the historical understanding of JFK’s death.
