King Family Breaks Silence on FBI Records: “They Tried to Destroy Him”

(Photo: Wikipedia) - In response to the Trump Administration's unearthing of FBI documents pertaining to the assassination of our father, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we express that this release has intrigued the public for many years. As Dr. King's children, his tragic death remains a profound personal sorrow, leaving an void felt by his wife, children, and the granddaughter he never had the chance to know—an absence we've contended with for over 57 years. We urge those examining these documents to approach them with a sense of empathy, dignity, and respect for our ongoing grief.These files must be contextualized. Throughout his life, Dr. King faced an aggressive disinformation campaign driven by J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI, aimed at discrediting his influence within the Civil Rights Movement. This government initiative sought to violate privacy and undermine the truth.In a 1999 wrongful death lawsuit, the jury unanimously concluded that Dr. King was the victim of a conspiracy, affirming long-held beliefs of our family. While we encourage transparency, we condemn any attempts to misuse these records to distort his legacy. Instead, we advocate for collective efforts to realize his vision of equity and justice for all. Together, let us honor his...