Avi Loeb, a Harvard University professor known for his controversial theories on extraterrestrial life, has been appointed by the White House to lead a new council studying UFOs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). This initiative is part of President Donald Trump’s administration’s efforts to declassify information on UFOs. The council will report to a newly established UAP Governance Board overseen by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
Loeb, who previously chaired Harvard’s astronomy department, gained attention in 2017 by suggesting that an interstellar object, ‘Oumuamua, might be alien technology. He later founded the Galileo Project at Harvard to search for extraterrestrial evidence. His work has earned him both acclaim and criticism, with some scientists questioning his methods and conclusions.
Despite skepticism, Loeb remains focused on his mission. “It’s like a detective story,” he told The Associated Press. He plans to approach UAPs from a national security perspective, initially assuming they are human-made. The council’s work could potentially lead to greater transparency in UFO research.
The team includes scientists, UFO activists, and figures like retired Rear Admiral Timothy Gallaudet and billionaire Ben Lamm. They have requested over 50 documents related to UAP incidents from the Pentagon. Loeb aims to share findings with the public through a dedicated website.
While some, like astrophysicist Steve Desch, doubt Loeb’s appointment, Loeb is determined to follow the science and avoid distractions. “Let’s keep our eyes on the orbs,” he said, emphasizing the importance of scientific inquiry.
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