bloomshorts Trump Administration Releases MLK Assassination Files
The Trump administration has made public hundreds of thousands of pages related to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., despite reservations from the civil rights leader’s family. This release aims to shed light on one of the most tragic events in American history.
Family’s Mixed Reactions
While Martin Luther King III and Bernice King advocate for transparency, they fear the documents might be used to tarnish their father’s legacy, recalling the FBI’s past efforts to undermine Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement.
Historical Context and Conspiracy Theories
The release follows the declassification of files on the assassinations of John F. Kennedy and Robert F. Kennedy, events shrouded in mystery and conspiracy theories. Similarly, doubts persist about the official narrative of MLK’s assassination, with his family questioning the conviction of James Earl Ray.
