Second Congressional UAP Hearing — Elizondo Testimony

On November 13, 2024, the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability held its second public hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), building on the July 2023 session and expanding congressional inquiry into the subject.

Key Witness: Luis Elizondo

Luis Elizondo, former director of the Pentagon's Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP) from 2010 to 2017, served as the star witness. His recently published memoir Imminent provided context for his testimony.

Elizondo testified that:
- The US government maintained a program for the 'retrieval and exploitation of unidentified aerial phenomena'
- He had personally reviewed intelligence confirming non-human technology in government possession
- Individuals attempting to bring this information to Congress faced retaliation

Additional Testimony

Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet (ret.), former acting administrator of NOAA, testified about observing UAP-related intelligence during his military career. He criticized what he called a 'coordinated effort' to keep information from elected officials.

Military veterans also testified, describing:
- Personal UAP encounters
- Institutional discouragement from reporting their experiences

Congressional Response and Significance

The hearing reinforced bipartisan momentum for UAP transparency. Representatives from both parties expressed frustration with the Department of Defense's reluctance to cooperate with congressional oversight.

Several members called for:
- Strengthening the UAP Disclosure Act
- Enhanced oversight in the upcoming NDAA

Mace document submission and Immaculate Constellation

During the hearing, Representative Nancy Mace submitted materials that introduced the term “Immaculate Constellation” into the official congressional record. The materials were attributed to Matthew Brown and described alleged ignored whistleblower reporting about unidentified phenomena.

This portion of the session complements Michael Shellenberger’s testimony and connects the hearing directly to later reporting and FOIA litigation concerning alleged special access programs.

The November 2024 hearing expanded congressional UAP investigation beyond Grusch by featuring Elizondo — the former program director — under oath. His testimony about retrieval programs and retaliation deepened the case for legislative action and institutional reform.