Former NNSA Official Comments on Investigation of 11 Scientists
A former deputy administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration stated that investigators may uncover additional details in the cases of 11 missing or deceased scientists but likely no connections between them. The NNSA is reviewing reports of mysterious deaths and disappearances among former employees with security clearances.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Frank Rose, who served as the deputy administrator at the NNSA until April 2024, told the New York Post that while the cases may reveal additional information upon further review, he does not believe they are connected.
Cases The NNSA stated it is aware of reports concerning employees from its labs, plants, and sites, and is investigating mysterious deaths, suicides, and vanishings.
U.S. aerospace, defense, or UFO information. Rose described the NNSA workforce, which exceeds 60,000 people, as a cross-section of the American population with various qualities. He noted that unexpected events occur frequently within the organization.
Rose stated that the NNSA and its National Security Laboratory complex are significant targets for foreign intelligence, but he has seen no evidence linking the deaths to any foreign organization during his tenure.
A source familiar with the cases reported that NNSA officials have observed Chinese nationals unexpectedly requesting tours at secure locations.
House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated on X that the White House is working with relevant agencies and the FBI to review all cases collectively and identify any commonalities.
She added that no stone will be unturned and updates will be provided. Rose indicated that such matters would be addressed directly by the NNSA administrator and deputy administrator, without being overlooked. One case mentioned involves Amy Eskridge, who allegedly died by suicide in June 2022.
