Are aliens real? Obama says yes but rules out long-running conspiracy

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Tribune News ServiceFebruary 16, 2026 at 06:09 AM
Are aliens real? Obama says yes but rules out long-running conspiracy

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In a recent podcast interview, former US President Barack Obama stated his belief that aliens are real. When asked about the first question he wanted answered upon becoming president, Obama jokingly replied, "Where are the aliens?" However, he dismissed the notion of a long-running government conspiracy to conceal extraterrestrials at Area 51. Obama clarified that he had not personally seen any aliens and suggested that if such a conspiracy existed, it was kept secret even from the President of the United States. The interview took place on YouTuber Brian Tyler Cohen's show, where Obama participated in a rapid-fire question round.

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