The White House will collaborate with all relevant agencies to investigate the unusual situations surrounding several American scientists, some of whom are currently missing or deceased, and to explore any possible common links, stated White House press secretary Caroline Leavitt on Friday.
Earlier this week, a reporter inquired about the 10 U.S. scientists who have reportedly gone missing or died since 2024, all of whom had access to sensitive nuclear and aerospace information. Leavitt noted she would look into it, and on Friday, she provided an update, confirming that the White House is actively examining the situation to see if there’s a discernible pattern.
“In light of the recent legitimate concerns regarding these distressing cases and President Trump’s commitment to transparency, the White House is working closely with all relevant agencies and the FBI to thoroughly review the circumstances and pinpoint any potential commonalities,” she announced.
“We are making sure to explore every avenue in this inquiry. The White House will share updates as they arise,” Leavitt assured.
The recent disappearance of retired Air Force Maj. Gen. William “Neil” McCasland, 68, exemplifies this concerning trend. McCasland was significantly involved in advanced aerospace research at the Department of Defense and previously led the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, as reported by CNN.
He vanished on February 27 after leaving his home in Albuquerque, but he left behind his cellphone and glasses. Interestingly, his wallet and .38 caliber revolver have not been found in the house. Prior to his disappearance, he mentioned feeling a “mental fog.”
Other individuals who have gone missing include Monica Jacinto Reza, an aerospace engineer last seen while hiking last year; Steven Garcia, a government contractor linked to the Kansas City National Security Campus, who vanished after leaving home last year; Melissa Casias, who worked as administrative staff at Los Alamos National Laboratory and disappeared last year; and another Los Alamos employee, Anthony Chavez, who also went missing last year.
When questioned about these cases, President Trump expressed, “I hope it’s random, but we’ll find out within the next week and a half.”
