In early August 2026, the public disclosure process concerning unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) in the U.S. once again captured significant attention. On August 7, TV host and psychologist Phil McGraw released a brief yet scathing commentary.
He likened the Pentagon's actions to a magic trick, suggesting that authorities display certain documents and records to distract, while simultaneously keeping truly vital information hidden. “If you want to talk about disclosure—then start disclosing,” he wrote, reflecting the growing frustration among some observers following the PURSUE program.
Just one day later, on August 8, the New York Post published an article that seemed to corroborate this criticism. Sources for the publication reported on two video recordings from 2023. These videos were reportedly filmed by a service member using a standard mobile phone over two consecutive nights.
The footage allegedly shows a black triangular object, approximately one hundred feet across. The craft was reportedly moving over mountains near a military base in Colorado and, based on descriptions, was camouflaged by clouds. These recordings are held by the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) under case numbers IRR1669S015524 and IRR1669S005024, and they remain classified. This classification persists despite directives intended to encourage whistleblowers and expedite declassification.
Our team at the Department of War is looking into this report. If there is anything we uncover, we will release it under PURSUE on WAR.GOV/UFO.
UFO over Colorado base captured in video Air Force won't release: sources trib.al/dc96UQa
Reporter Shane Galvin, who authored the piece, received high praise from Christopher Sharp, founder of Liberation Times and senior correspondent for the Daily Mail. Sharp publicly lauded the article as high-quality and emphasized the noteworthy nature of Galvin's work. The publication of the case numbers lent specific credibility to the story, providing researchers and lawmakers with clear references for inquiries.
An official response followed quite swiftly. On August 9, acting Department of Defense Press Secretary Joel Valdez stated that the agency was investigating the report. Should the review uncover relevant information, plans are in place to publish it on war.gov/UFO as part of the PURSUE program.
This sequence of events effectively illustrates the current state of the disclosure process. On one hand, the Department of Defense continues to release batches of declassified documents, videos, and images, including historical reports, sensor readings, and testimonies. On the other hand, certain materials, particularly those that are relatively recent and captured on civilian devices, remain classified. Whistleblowers interviewed by the publication noted that little has changed for those who have already attempted to report such incidents through official channels.
The story of the triangular object over Colorado currently remains at the level of source claims. The videos have not been publicly shown, and their content lacks independent verification. Nevertheless, the mere emergence of specific case numbers and the agency's prompt response demonstrate how public and journalistic interest continues to push the boundaries of what authorities are willing to disclose right now. While the process is underway, questions regarding the completeness and selectivity of disclosure persist.
