The Majestic 12

Majestic 12, often abbreviated as MJ-12, is a purported secret committee allegedly formed by the U.S. government in the 1940s to investigate and manage extraterrestrial encounters, including UFOs and alien technology. The existence of MJ-12 emerged from conspiracy theories and leaked documents in the 1980s, but its credibility is widely disputed, with many experts considering it a hoax. There’s no official confirmation that such a committee ever existed. The story feeds into broader UFO and alien mythology, fueling speculation about government secrecy and hidden knowledge regarding extraterrestrial life.