Juan Brignardello Vela
Juan Brignardello, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.
During a large event in Washington, the elected president of the United States, Donald Trump, made an announcement that has generated a great stir in the political and media spheres. Before 20,000 supporters at the Capital One Arena, Trump promised to declassify, "in the coming days," the secret files related to the assassinations of iconic figures such as John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. This promise is presented as an attempt to restore "transparency" in the U.S. government, one of the banners he has waved throughout his political career. The announcement was met with cheers and applause from his supporters, who see this measure as an opportunity to obtain answers to questions that have remained shrouded in mystery for decades. Trump argued that the declassification of these documents is a first step toward government accountability and the elimination of the overclassification of official information. In his speech, he emphasized the need for the American people to have access to information that, according to him, should be public. However, the history of declassifying these files is not new. During his first term, between 2017 and 2021, Trump had already attempted to release some documents related to Kennedy's assassination but faced strong resistance from senior defense and national security officials. Among them was his Secretary of State at the time, Mike Pompeo, who argued that the publication of those documents could compromise national security. To date, the CIA still holds 5% of the documents related to Kennedy's assassination that remain classified. This situation has generated multiple conspiracy theories and deep skepticism among citizens, who have questioned the government's willingness to reveal information that could change the historical narrative surrounding these tragic events. The context of this promise becomes even more interesting when considering Trump's familial connection to the Kennedy saga. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., chosen as Secretary of Health, is the son of Robert Kennedy and the nephew of John F. Kennedy. His family ties not only add a personal nuance to Trump's declassification promise but have also led Kennedy Jr. to accuse the CIA of being involved in the conspiracy behind his uncle's assassination. This accusation has been categorically rejected by the intelligence agency, adding a new level of controversy to the matter. Trump's critics have expressed skepticism about the truthfulness and sincerity of his promises. Many question whether the declassification of information will actually take place and what impact it would have on the current political climate. Some suggest that this measure could be more of a symbolic act than a genuine intention to open the secret files. Furthermore, the declassification of these documents could open the door to new investigations and debates about the government's role in these assassinations, which have left an indelible mark on American history. The revelation of information, even if partial, could lead to greater public scrutiny and calls for justice and truth regarding events that have been the subject of speculation and theories for over half a century. However, the reaction of national security agencies and the political community to Trump's promise will remain a determining factor in the development of this situation. Some analysts warn that institutional resistance could be a significant obstacle to declassification, as seen in the past. Thus, Trump's promise to declassify documents related to the assassinations of Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr. becomes a hot topic on the political agenda. With his traditional provocative style, the elected president has managed to capture the country's attention, raising questions about government transparency and the need to confront the past, while facing the realities of an increasingly divided and polarized administration. Only time will tell if these promises will translate into concrete actions or if they will remain in the nebulous realm of political rhetoric.