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I drove to Love Field to see Air Force One. We had to unload a gasket. I sat in the second row, by the window, and I completely broke down.

I'm at the location where the shooter was positioned. As a 70-year-old man, I can confirm that this area is not difficult to access. It's hard to believe anyone would say that Secret Service agents couldn't have been here. The shooter had a clear line of sight to the president, making the shot feasible.

I learned about my uncle Jack's assassination when my mother picked me up from school and we saw the flag at half-mast. My father was distraught. The first person he called was the CIA desk chief, asking, "Did your people do this?" He then called Enrique Ruiz, a former Bay of Pigs Brigade commander and friend, asking the same question. CIA Director John McCollum visited our home that day and spent time with us. My father was devastated and walked around like a ghost for months. We hugged him under our yard's cedar tree, trying to comfort him during his grief.

I'm consumed by guilt; I should have done more, been faster. Something happened in the motorcade. The limousine sped up. Mrs. Kennedy screamed; they shot him in the head. "I love you, Jack," she cried. It happened at Dealey Plaza. People scrambled to escape. I saw women running barefoot, a father shielding his son with his body. We were incredibly close when he was shot in the head. My maternal instincts took over.

Charlie Kirk addresses perspectives on political assassinations, including JFK’s. In the JFK files, Mossad is mentioned, but not tied to involvement; the best reading is “who wanted JFK dead the most,” with Israel frequently cited, yet Lyndon Baines Johnson, parts of the U.S. government, and the Cubans also implicated. There were “like, 15 or 20 things that happened that day that were inexcusable,” such as changing the parade route, JFK riding in an open-air convertible, LBJ not riding alongside him, the vehicle slowing down as it passed the Texas School Book Depository. The question emphasized is not only who did it, but that more than one person did it; acknowledging that could reveal government lies about JFK, leading to a broader skepticism about future government trust. Another participant comments that Charlie Kirk reminded viewers of common sense and not accepting force-fed narratives or “BS crap” from the government regarding a single gunman; the discussion notes “multiple people were involved” and “a lot of strange things occurred” that day. This aligns with a broader critique of government psychological operations: MK Ultra, Mockingbird, and Mockingbird II. The first government surveillance on the people after JFK’s assassination is described as Mockingbird I, designed to convince there was nothing to see despite much to see, with Mockingbird II deployed again to convince people that questions about Kirk’s narrative are crazy and to suggest there may be Turning Point USA employees engaged in an obvious cover-up. Frank Turek is cited as saying it’s crazy to imply betrayal by trusted individuals, though the historical note mentions Jesus Christ as a betrayal example; the discussion asserts JFK personally selected LBJ as vice president, and that LBJ was clearly implicated in JFK’s assassination. Charlie is said to be open to the idea that Mossad may have been involved, and he asserts that parts of the U.S. government and the Cubans were involved; he asks for more argument regarding Mossad. He suggests JFK’s assassination was plausible to involve multiple actors and notes that the question of “who wanted JFK dead the most” should be pursued further, including in examining who would want Charlie Kirk dead and why. The dialogue then moves to the political fast lane, with three motives for those who might want him dead: money, secrets, and power. He says he refused money, implying he knows his secrets; his youth political organization has gained influence. The discussion speculates on global implications, naming France, Israel, the U.S. government, and Egypt as mentioned in connection with the investigation. The McCrone couple are described as having paid for an assassination threat, and, notably, neither the Pentagon nor the White House or intelligence agencies nor the Elysee Palace dispute that narrative; the FBI is now listed as not denying that threat.

Dallas police, the one hand, they they were committing all of the resources to trying to solve the crime. they were ill equipped to handle this tsunami of reporters. Well, was questioned by a judge. However, I protested at that time that I was not allowed to leave a record. In bringing Oswald out, they were, of course, doing something that you would never see happen today, but they were trying to cooperate with the press with the understanding that there would not be questions shouted at him. Did you kill the president? I have not been charged with that. In fact, nobody has said that to me yet. The first thing I heard about it was when the newspaper reporters in the hall asked me that question. You have been.

I was at home after my lunch swim, about to return to the Justice Department, when the White House called. It was Ethel, my wife, who answered; it was J. Edgar Hoover. Hearing Hoover's name, I knew it wasn't good news. He told me the President had been shot, possibly fatally. The news was devastating. It was a shock, and it changed my life forever. My brother was the golden boy; if he could be killed, anything was possible. It instilled a sense of fatalism in me.

We called President Kennedy's mother in Hyannis. She addressed him as "Mr. President," even before Johnson felt comfortable using that title. Johnson became emotional, breaking down, and quickly handed the phone to Lady Bird.

The vice president and Mrs. Johnson greeted President and Mrs. Kennedy at Love Field. Large crowds surged around the President as he approached the fence. Mrs. Kennedy, unusually, went with him. We were aware of a Dallas group opposed to the President's policies, but their intentions were unknown. The crowd's density prevented us from getting closer. Someone suggested getting ahead of the motorcade for a better view. The President and First Lady then left the fence and proceeded to the limousine where Governor Connolly awaited them for the trip downtown.

My boss yelled at me to call the White House. The operator connected me to Robert Kennedy, who asked what was happening. I told him both President Kennedy and the governor had been shot—it was as bad as it could get. He hung up. Mrs. Kennedy knew immediately, when he fell into her lap, that the President was dead.

At Andrews Air Force Base, Lyndon Johnson wanted a public display of the presidential transition, with the press witnessing the transfer of power. He planned to escort Jackie Kennedy off the plane after JFK's body. However, Robert Kennedy rushed past Johnson without acknowledgement to reach Jackie. This was seen as a deliberate snub by Johnson and his advisors, creating tension at a time of national grief. Johnson was furious at being deprived of a planned photo opportunity, deplaning without any Kennedy family members. While some Kennedys claimed Bobby didn't see Johnson, the incident highlighted the immediate rift between the Johnson and Kennedy factions.

We noticed snipers on the roof moments before the incident, which made it clear something was about to happen. It was a tragic day, and the support for him was overwhelming; everyone was concerned for his safety. I have photos from 6:09 PM, just before the shots were fired at 6:13 PM. I saw a sniper preparing his weapon and knew to stop recording and take cover. It was shocking to see him continue speaking despite the danger. The events of the past four years have been devastating, and it felt like no one in America took action to protect him. It was a sad day for the safety of our country, especially for a former president.

I was waiting for Trump when I saw a person on a building and told officers. Shots rang out, and I helped someone with a child escape before leaving.

A clean-cut young man picked up something the speaker dropped. He smiled, and because he was polite and young, she agreed when he asked to walk her home. That was how she met Lee Harvey Oswald for the first time. Oswald then said that if he stayed with her, there would be one less bullet fired at Kennedy. The speaker said her heart turned over because she thought it was a courageous thing to say.

At Parkland Hospital, Mrs. Kennedy clutched the President's body, refusing to let go. I covered him with my coat to get her to release him. Initial reports from the emergency room indicated the President was still alive, though Governor Connally was also injured. I was near the President's feet; I couldn't look at him for fear of fainting. I knew I needed to stay strong. A doctor urgently requested access, and people were asked to evacuate. Someone then inquired about the President's blood type. Mrs. Kennedy's stunned, "Do you mean he's alive?" was met with silence.

Over 2,000 people attended the Texas breakfast. President Kennedy wanted Jackie to be there because Texas was an important state, believing her presence would improve his reception. Jackie initially wasn't planning to attend. I went to her hotel room, and she was preparing to leave when the President's agent called, insisting she come to the breakfast. Upon her arrival, the crowd erupted in cheers. She wore a two-piece suit; I described the color as raspberry after consulting with a reporter.

I recall entering the room with 28 others assembled by LBJ. We waited for Mrs. Kennedy, who had agreed to join us for the swearing-in but needed time to compose herself. When she arrived, the damage was evident; blood stained her dress and shoes. She appeared to be in shock, her expression serious and unsmiling. Mrs. Johnson offered her a change of clothes, but she refused, stating, "Let them see what they have done." The impact of the moment was profound.

The Dallas crowd was enthusiastic, and I was relieved that everyone was behaving. I told President Kennedy that Dallas clearly loved him. Then, almost instantly, I heard a noise. I looked at the President; his hands flew to his neck, and he slumped in his seat. He didn't speak, but his eyes…

John Kennedy was a close acquaintance of mine. He had ambitions to become an actor but his mother pushed him towards politics. Despite their volatile relationship, he and his wife Caroline loved each other. Unfortunately, their lives were cut short in a plane crash. Kennedy had plans to run for the Senate, likely in New York, and his mother strongly supported this. He was a handsome and talented individual who had the potential to become president.

President Kennedy died today in Dallas from a gunshot wound to the head. This is confirmed by two priests who were with him. I don't have further details about the assassination. We're trying to reach WBAP TV. Right now, I'm overwhelmed; I don't know what to say or do. It feels like the United States lost its innocence today. A press room is being set up, and Malcolm Kellgren, assistant press secretary, is visibly upset.

Two years ago in Paris, I was known as the man who accompanied Mrs. Kennedy. Traveling through Texas now, I get a similar feeling. People aren't curious about Linden and my attire. Mrs. Kennedy had a difficult time the previous four months, grieving the loss of baby Patrick. This Texas trip was her first public appearance outside the White House since, and it was uplifting for people to see her happy and smiling. Before this trip, we never publicly displayed affection. Afterward, we held hands and hugged openly, changing our relationship completely. I've never seen her happier. In Fort Worth, we were given a hat to protect the President from the rain, which he doesn't usually wear.

It was a bittersweet moment. He said, "Now let's get in the air." Seven minutes after Lyndon Johnson's inauguration, and 106 minutes after John F. Kennedy was declared dead, Air Force One departed from Love Field in Dallas, heading to Washington D.C. For the first time ever, Air Force One carried two American presidents.

Traffic is so bad that people are walking to the airport, some even sitting on top of their cars. A protest is causing more congestion. I think I see Dicky with a gray backpack.

Good morning! President and Mrs. Kennedy arrived in Fort Worth last night to a large, enthusiastic crowd and spent the night at the Hotel Texas. Thousands gathered in the rain this morning to see them. It was Mrs. Kennedy's first trip to Texas. As a White House correspondent, I covered President Kennedy extensively. There was some concern about his reception in Texas, as it wasn't considered a Kennedy stronghold. The President was inspirational; even those who disagreed with him liked him. He famously declared we would go to the moon this decade. The decision to go to the moon wasn't about ease, but about the challenge. He was a risk-taker.

Remember John and Jackie Kennedy. That head movement you see in the Zapruder film was caused by a bullet. It looks like it's coming from up here. But Oswald's gun went off, echoing through Dealey Plaza. The echo traveled by the limo, up to the grassy knoll, hitting leaves and causing dust. 56 witnesses testified it was a gunshot because Kennedy's head immediately went over. The reason his head went over is because the echo went by the motorcade on the left, and he went, what was that? I heard on the news there was an echo, and Kennedy was asking Jackie what it was.