Government's struggle to address UFO phenomenon

The US authorities, facing challenges like World War II and atomic bombs, were ill-equipped to comprehend the UFO phenomenon in the late 1940s. The lack of understanding, coupled with a lack of transparency and misinformation, led to a climate of mistrust and paranoia, eroding public confidence in the government's ability to inform and protect. The Soviet Union and China also experienced similar concerns, suspecting the US of secret weapons. The UFO phenomenon challenged traditional notions of national security, necessitating a broader definition that includes psychological and cultural aspects.