Vance Views UFOs as Demonic, Pledges File Review

Vice President JD Vance expressed skepticism about extraterrestrial explanations for unidentified flying objects during a recent podcast interview, suggesting instead that such phenomena may represent demonic forces rooted in spiritual beliefs.

In the interview on "The Benny Show," hosted by commentator Benny Johnson, Vance addressed public interest in government disclosures about unidentified aerial phenomena, or UAPs. When asked about releasing related files, Vance replied that efforts were underway. He described his initial fascination with the topic upon taking office but noted that pressing matters like the economy and national security had delayed deeper review. "I've still got three more years as vice president. I will get to the bottom of the UFO files," Vance said. He added that he had considered visits to sites like Area 51 in Nevada and locations in New Mexico to investigate further, though schedules had not aligned.

Vance, who identifies as Catholic, framed his views through a religious perspective. "I don't think they're aliens. I think they're demons anyway," he stated. Elaborating, he said, "Celestial beings who fly around, who do weird things to people—I think...