Experts Call for Full Declassification of MK‑Ultra Records After New Evidence

Following the hearing, experts urged Congress to compel the CIA to release all remaining classified files related to MK‑Ultra. Stephen Kinzger argued that more than 70 years have passed, making continued secrecy untenable. He requested that the committee fill the gaps in the public record by publishing every available document.

O'Neil warned that the 1977 congressional investigation was never fully implemented, leaving a trail of unresolved questions. He called for a fresh, comprehensive review of the program’s achievements, asserting that the agency misled lawmakers by labeling MK‑Ultra a failure despite extensive evidence of ongoing experiments.

Both witnesses appealed for the identification of victims and the issuance of additional records, emphasizing that transparency is essential to address the lasting impact on individuals who were subjected to these covert operations.