Tennessee Congressman Drops UFO Bombshell, Says People Who Know Are Disappearing
Representative Tim Burchett alleged that the government is covering up UFO data and that individuals with knowledge are disappearing.
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Representative Tim Burchett (R-TN) claims the government is covering up UFO intelligence and that individuals with knowledge of these programs are "disappearing" or dying under mysterious circumstances.
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12 OUTLETSCoverage of Representative Burchett’s claims is concentrated among right-leaning and center outlets, with no representation from the left. While the New York Post focuses on Burchett's warnings that the truth would leave Americans "up at night," far-right outlets like Next News Network emphasize his "not suicidal" remarks and allegations of government retaliation.
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