-Luis Elizondo is a former U.S. Army counterintelligence officer who gained prominence for his involvement in the U.S. government's investigation into unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), often referred to as UFOs. Born on January 19, 1970, Elizondo served in various capacities, including as the Director of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), a secretive Pentagon initiative focused on studying aerial objects that defy conventional explanations.
Elizondo left the Department of Defense in 2017 and became a key figure in advocating for greater transparency regarding UAPs. He has been featured in numerous media appearances and documentaries, where he discusses his experiences and the evidence he encountered while at AATIP. His work has significantly influenced public discourse on UFOs and has contributed to increased official acknowledgment of these phenomena. Elizondo continues to be an active voice in the ongoing exploration of UAPs and related subjects.