By STACY LIBERATORE, U.S. SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR
A recent Capitol Hill hearing has reignited debate over Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
In a May UAP briefing, physicist Dr Eric Davis, known for his work on top-secret Pentagon projects, stunned listeners by referencing alleged alien species, ‘Grays, Nordics, Insectoids, and Reptilians,’ as potential operators of unidentified craft.
Davis described these entities as humanoid, approximately human-sized, and possibly linked to classified reverse-engineering programs.
Missouri Representative Eric Burlison, a member of the House Oversight Committee and UAP caucus, prompted the discussion, revealing on The Endless Void with Kristin Fisher that he had heard these same four classifications in private briefings.
‘I’ve heard those four classifications discussed in meetings in this office by others,’ Burlison said.
‘But what I wasn’t expecting was for him to say it. I wasn’t expecting Eric Davis, you know, respected scientists, to say that.’
Burlison, a self-described skeptic, admitted uncertainty about Davis’s sources, noting the physicist’s comments may stem from firsthand knowledge or secondhand reports.
‘If true, this would be a paradigm-shifting moment,’ Burlison said. ‘But if it is true, the government has no right to keep such a secret from the public it serves.’
A respected scientists told Congress that there are four alien species piloting craft in our skies, including Nordics that have human-like features
Dr Eric Davis (left) described these entities as humanoid, approximately human-sized, and possibly linked to classified reverse-engineering programs. Missouri Representative Eric Burlison prompted the question about the different alien species
The concept of Grays as a popular alien archetype took hold in the mid-1960s, largely due to the famous Betty and Barney Hill abduction case.
The couple described being taken by small humanoids with smooth gray skin, large black almond-shaped eyes, and lacking typical human features like noses or ears.
Nordics are described as tall, slender beings resembling Scandinavian humans, with blonde hair, blue eyes, and fair skin.
Often linked to the Pleiades star cluster, these entities are said to possess advanced technology and peaceful intentions, featuring prominently in 1950s contactee and UFO lore.
Insectoids, meanwhile, have been part of alien mythology since at least the early 1900s, with roots tracing back to Georges Méliès’ 1902 film ‘A Trip to the Moon.’
These beings exhibit insect-like traits such as multiple limbs, exoskeletons, mandibles, and sometimes antennae.
The reptilian theory, claiming shape-shifting reptilian aliens secretly control Earth, surged in popularity through conspiracy theorist David Icke in the late 20th century.
Interestingly, similar half-human, half-serpent figures appear in ancient South and Southeast Asian myths, such as the Nāga.
Another is Grays, described as small humanoids with smooth gray skin, large black almond-shaped eyes, and lacking typical human features like noses or ears
Betty (left) and Barney Hill (right) were the first Americans who claimed they were abducted by Grays in September 1961
While Davis named each of these in May, Burlison leaned toward a more earthly explanation, suggesting UAPs are likely advanced human-made technologies, perhaps experimental projects by private contractors.
‘With all of the advancements that we’ve made, the fact that we discovered the Higgs Boson particle, all of the discoveries in quantum physics, and that nobody has figured out a way to create some form of advanced propulsion,’ he remarked.
However, Burlison expressed frustration at the thought of such technology existing, recalling how he sat delayed on a tarmac for three hours due to weather, joking, ‘If we have advanced propulsion, I’m going to be really angry.’
Critics have dismissed the hearings as veering into the absurd, with references to ‘reptilians’ and ‘insectoids’ sounding more like science fiction than serious inquiry.
Insectoids, meanwhile, have been part of alien mythology since at least the early 1900s, with roots tracing back to Georges Méliès’ 1902 film ‘A Trip to the Moon.’ These beings exhibit insect-like traits such as multiple limbs, exoskeletons, mandibles, and sometimes antennae
Davis named each of these under oath in May as the beings invading Earth’s skies. Pictured is a shot from the ‘Go Fast’ video that was released in
‘Some will think we’re nuts,’ Burlison acknowledged, aware of the skepticism his comments invite.
Yet he defended the investigation, emphasizing that taxpayer money funds Pentagon, intelligence, and energy department programs studying UAPs.
‘I owe it to the American people to get to the bottom of this,’ he said.
Burlison believes the public could handle the truth if aliens were confirmed.
‘Most would just read the headline and move on,’ he predicted, noting humanity’s tendency to normalize even the most extraordinary revelations.
However, he insisted that any such discoveries should not be hidden.
‘The government belongs to the people, not the other way around,’ Burlison stressed. ‘Keeping such monumental secrets would betray the trust of the public.’
While remaining cautious about extraterrestrial claims, Burlison plans to press Dr Davis for clarification on whether his startling remarks come from direct knowledge or secondary reports.
The reptilian theory, claiming shape-shifting reptilian aliens secretly control Earth, surged in popularity through conspiracy theorist David Icke in the late 20th century
Burlison believes the public could handle the truth if aliens were confirmed.
‘Some will read the headline and go about their day,’ he predicted, citing human behavior’s tendency to normalize even earth-shattering news.
However, he stressed that any such revelation should not be kept secret.
‘I believe that this government belongs to the people. It’s not that the people don’t belong to the government,’ he said, arguing that withholding paradigm-shifting discoveries would betray public trust.
The lack of concrete evidence, coupled with Davis’s ambiguous sources, keeps the debate speculative. Burlison plans to follow up with Davis to clarify whether his claims stem from direct observation or research assignments analyzing reported phenomena.
