CIA responds to UFO book

Summary

In 1953, the CIA reviewed a book accusing the agency of hiding information about flying saucers. A consultant concluded the text was filled with half-truths and distortions. The author, Keyhoe, used statements from an Air Force official to imply authorities were deceiving the public. The CIA denied any security breaches and considered the book a sensationalist work of fiction.

The report noted no evidence of security violations. Although Keyhoe claimed the CIA had advised hiding data, internal analyses did not confirm these allegations. The agency recommended no further action, viewing the book as baseless. This response reflected the CIA's caution toward rumors that could cause unwarranted alarm.