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July 1, 2026

Harvard Astronomer Avi Loeb Appointed to Lead White House UFO Council

  • Avi Loeb will head a scientific advisory council focused on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP).
  • The council aims to analyze military reports and improve data collection on UAPs.
  • Loeb's appointment has drawn criticism from some scientists who question his methods and credibility.
  • The team has already requested over 50 documents from the Pentagon related to UAP incidents.