In a groundbreaking revelation, 2,400 previously classified files related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy (JFK) have been uncovered, following an executive order from President Donald Trump.
The documents, which include intelligence reports, witness testimonies, and internal communications, provide fresh insights into the circumstances surrounding the tragic assassination from 1963.
Todd Osborn, QUEST AP US History teacher states, “[The files] will serve to be further evidence that the Oswald theory is the correct theory.”
Among the significant findings are details about potential threats from various international actors, internal political strife, and the extent of surveillance on Lee Harvey Oswald. Oswald’s theory suggests he was the lone gunman who assassinated Kennedy.
JFK’s assassination was a crucial moment that changed the course of American history and casted a dark shadow over the Kennedy family. Osborn adds, “Americans imagine the potential and what was lost and what could have happened.”
For many years, the Kennedy family was often referred to as the great American dynasty and a significant subject of public fascination and admiration. Nonetheless, the family has continued to play a significant role in American politics and public life extending to the present day.
Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of JFK, has carried forward the legacy with a blend of public service and advocacy. Using Instagram, Schlossberg uses his platform to engage with followers on important issues focusing on his cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, and his stance on vaccines and health misinformation.
As the public and scholars dive into the newly uncovered assassination files, there is hope that these revelations will bring a greater understanding of the complexities that surrounded one of America’s most iconic leaders and his family.
Brandon Flores • Apr 22, 2025 at 9:54 am
April 22, 2025
Dear Corydon Editor,
On April 2, 2025 Jordan Guzman wrote an Article called JFK Files Revealed: The Kennedy Dynasty. Guzman approaches a subject matter and historical plot line typically shrouded in questioning and mystery; the newly declassified files breathe new life into a historical period often obscured by intrigue and unanswered questions. I appreciate the unbiased writing and the source quotations from historians like Todd Osborn to ground the article in a scholarly framework.
Nonetheless, I suggest to the author to take it further. While this article references some of the files, including foreign threats and domestic surveillance, Guzman does not begin to explore how this new information changes or disrupts our understanding of Oswald’s motives or the larger implications these documents have for how the U.S. intelligence apparatus operated in and around the events of November 22nd. To that end, I recommend a follow up article that picks apart some of the more shocking or overlooked details.
This is an opportunity to look back and consider how secrets, power, and truth collide and intersect in American government. We should use these files to revisit the past and to examine how much we are still not being told.
Sincerely,
Brandon Flores
Mason Mundon • Apr 21, 2025 at 8:34 pm
On April 25, 2025, Jordan Guzman wrote an article titled “JFK Files Revealed: The Kennedy Dynasty”. This article proved an informative summary of the newly released files regarding the assassination of former U.S. president John F. Kennedy and his family’s influence in American politics.
Guzman’s description of the Kennedy family as a whole and not solely the life of JFK was a great addition for the larger context of these released files. Furthermore, her explanation of the present day influence and impact of the Kennedy family exhibits the importance of this American dynasty over the course of 20th and 21st century politics.
The quote from Millikan’s U.S. history teacher on the release of these documents demonstrates the reactions from professionals that have a deeper understanding of this topic and what it means for the past and the present. This fascinating perspective added by Guzman shows how much these unclassified documents will either reinforce or deconstruct American history.
Diana Martinez • Apr 21, 2025 at 5:06 pm
Guzman did an exceptional job of explaining to the audience why the files were released and what the new files contained. This included details such as intelligence reports, witness testimonies, and internal communications, and then he explained how it further supports the Oswald theory. I admire how Guzman presented this and how he further exemplified what the Oswald theory is. Additionally, the comment from our AP United States History teacher, Mr. Osbon, provides a credible source on the topic. Guzman also presented the idea of how American history would have looked if JFK hadn’t been assassinated, and this allows the reader to consider it. I appreciate that Guzman informed the audience on JFK’s family, and how they play a role and influence in American politics today. I was not personally was not aware that Jack Schlossberg was Kennedy’s grandson. A suggestion I recommend is providing context on who Lyndon Johnson was, since there is a picture of him, and how he connects to the new files revealed. Overall, I enjoyed reading this article because it provided fresh insight in American history and was a well-written informative piece.
Alexander Alvarez • Apr 21, 2025 at 1:58 pm
On April 2nd, 2025, Guzman wrote an article titled “JFK Files Revealed: The Kennedy Dynasty”. I like how it goes into detail about the files that were released due to Trump´s executive order, but I would like to know whether or not the CIA knew Oswald was going to assassinate John F Kennedy. I appreciate the inclusion of photos that show the events that played out after Kennedy´s assassination. I like the vast amount of information it provides about how the Oswald theory is proven to be the correct theory about the late president´s assassination, but I would also like for articles like this one in particular, to include additional information about the findings of Kennedy´s assassination that would disprove any popular theories circulating around the globe.
To add on, this article does a good job at adding in the thoughts of a history teacher on this landmark decision and what he thinks about the executive order bringing to light new information about the assassination of John F Kennedy. This article does an alright job at providing perspectives on the idea, like the thoughts of some people who argued for years that the Oswald theory was indeed the correct one and that there was no additional gunman who played a part in the president´s assassination. Furthermore, this article lacks insight about how this all came about, like why didn´t any previous president prior to Trump release the files? However, this article does a good job at including in depth information about the assassination files themselves. All and all, this article is worth the read and provides enough insight about the recently released files of John F Kennedy´s assassination.
Liam • Apr 21, 2025 at 1:54 pm
This Article made it clear that the JFK files didn’t really change anything or provide any evidence that the CIA assassinated JFK or any other conspiracy theories. I agree that it these conspiracies are not true however JFK was very open when it came to his opinion of the CIA. He disliked them and wanted a small government. If some other evidence or story came out in the future I don’t think I would be very surprised if someone had a connection with Lee Harvey Oswald and wanted the death of JFK. The article also mentions Jack Schlossberg and how he has carried the legacy of the kennedy family forward and how RFK seems to give out misinformation on health care and vaccines but in actuality RFK has done a lot of research and is very informed on these topics and is giving correct information relating to these topics. RFK is the one who is leading the legacy of his family forward and making america healthy again.
John Stout • Apr 21, 2025 at 11:56 am
On April 2nd, 2025, Jordan Guzman wrote an article titled “JFK Files Revealed: The Kennedy Dynasty”. This article is a short piece that talks about roughly 2,400 previously classified files that were recently declassified due to an executive order from Donald Trump. This article cites the Oswald Theory and does a good job of explaining it for readers who aren’t familiar with the term. The article also touches on the amount of legacy the Kennedy family had, as well as the amount of potential J.F.K. had that was lost due to the assassination. One thing that this article could use some work on is a little bit more information, as if there are over 2,400 unclassified documents and not one is mentioned throughout the article, then the topic might get a little distracted rather than focusing on the files and legacy. Overall, this article is still a great read and brings a lot of important information to light.
Alex • Apr 21, 2025 at 9:53 am
On April 2nd, Jordan Guzman wrote an article titled “JFK Files Revealed: The Kennedy Dynasty”. The article was very well written and interesting throughout the whole read, as it refreshes the Kennedy assasination and the impact it had on America, along with how the modern Kennedy political dynasty is still functioning today. It was interesting since I have only heard of RFK Jr and not Jack Schlossberg as I was unaware of him along with him being Kennedy’s grandson. One concern I had with the article is that I believe that more could have been said about JFK himself in the article, at least in the paragraph about how his assasination casted a shadow on the Kennedy family. In the article as well I also liked how it explained more about the modern Kennedy dynasty with Jack Schlossberg and RFK Jr. As Jack uses social media for public service and advocating for others, while RFK Jr is at the department of health in DC. Overall the article was very well written as I enjoyed reading about the declassification of files about JFK’s assasination along with how the modern Kennedy dynasty is still functioning.
Alex Ron
Alanna Deegan • Apr 10, 2025 at 1:36 pm
Guzman did an excellent job providing important information on a piece of well-known American history. Since the assassination of JFK is widely known, it can be challenging to provide new information on such a topic and keep one’s audience engaged. However, Guzman did just that. Guzman provided both present-day events, such as its reveal and release to the public, as well as historical information on JFK and the Kennedy Family.
Guzman also included an interview they conducted with Millikan High School AP United States History teacher Todd Osborn. By doing so, Guzman established credibility and appealed to an audience of Millikan High School students who have most likely crossed paths with Mr. Osborn and respect him as an individual.
Furthermore, Guzman provides a brief history of the Kennedy family as a famous American dynasty that has been cherished and admired by the American people for generations.
Emily Palmer • Apr 10, 2025 at 11:55 am
Guzman describes new evidence surrounding the Kennedy assassination which was highly speculated. She then consulted Mr. Osborn on the significance of this evidence, and explained the Oswald theory, which the evidence leads to. Finally, she provides some context on the modern day Kennedy family which is still very influential politically, with Jack Schlossberg and RFK involved in the political scene. I appreciated how she ended the article as it shows why this evidence is still significant today. It could be interesting to see a future article that goes more in depth as to what this evidence was and why it was released. Overall, this article was well written and researched, and I appreciated that she consulted several sources and conducted an interview with a US History teacher.
Kate Luna • Apr 10, 2025 at 10:13 am
On April 2, 2025 Jordan Guzman wrote an article titled “JFK Files Revealed: The Kennedy Dynasty”. I was immediately drawn to the title due to the popularity surrounding the Kennedy family which Jordan would restate in her article. The author effectively wrote an informative piece summarizing the recently released JFK assassination files. The writing style is clear, engaging, and reaches any audience, conveying the historical significance as well as the lasting impact the Kennedy family has had on American society. My only suggestion would to have given a brief couple of sentences regarding what exactly the Oswald theory is. The article itself is short and straight to the point which is perfect for all readers, especially those with a limited attention span. By adding a description of the theory readers on a time crunch wouldn’t need to read the attached link. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this article and the authors ability to connect the past to the present. All in all, the article is well written, adding to the the ongoing conversation on the Kennedy’s.