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The New York Times has influenced the United States Congress by reporting on government UFO programs, which prompted legislative inquiries into oversight [1], [2]. Additionally, the newspaper's editorial board has actively critiqued and advised the United States Congress regarding its involvement in nuclear negotiations with Iran [3], [4].
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Ufology: From Fringe to Mainstream to Fringe? - Skeptic Magazine skeptic.com 2 facts
accountMembers of the United States Congress initiated interest and engagement regarding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) following a New York Times article that revealed the existence of a government UFO program run by Intelligence Community personnel without Congressional oversight.
claimThe New York Times article regarding the government's UFO program prompted members of the United States Congress to question the lack of oversight and the nature of the program's findings.
Editorials Supporting an Iran Nuclear Deal, January - September 2015 armscontrol.org 2 facts
perspectiveThe New York Times editorial board stated on April 14, 2015, that Congress muscled its way into President Obama's negotiations with Iran, creating dangerous uncertainties for an agreement that offers the best chance of restraining Iran's nuclear program.
perspectiveThe New York Times editorial board argued on March 7, 2015, that the United States Congress should support a verifiable nuclear deal with Iran rather than engaging in political games that could isolate the United States, dismantle the sanctions regime, and leave Iran's nuclear program unrestricted.