Former US President Barack Obama sparked surprise by hinting at the existence of extraterrestrial life during a recent podcast interview. However, he later clarified his statement, suggesting it was meant to be a light-hearted response.
Obama’s comments came as no surprise, given growing public interest in unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) and the possibility of alien life. According to a YouGov poll, 56% of Americans believe that aliens exist. This increased attention has led to government agencies releasing videos of aircraft that appear to defy physics laws.
Former President Bill Clinton called it a “legitimate question now.” The issue is being explored by lawmakers and officials across multiple administrations. However, there is no conclusive evidence of alien life or contact with extraterrestrial beings.
In the past, Obama has expressed interest in investigating UFOs as president. He even joked about finding alien specimens in Area 51 during a 2021 appearance on “The Late Late Show with James Corden.” This latest comment suggests that he may have been exploring the idea in a more casual setting.
President Donald Trump’s views on aliens are less clear, but current White House staff members say they were not aware of any updates to his stance. It remains to be seen whether Obama’s comments will spark further discussion on this topic in official Washington circles.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/02/16/obama-aliens-ufos