Gallaudet Transmedium UAP Disclosure 2026

The Briefing

In April–June 2026, Retired Rear Admiral Timothy Gallaudet, former Acting NOAA Administrator and member of the White House UAP Science Advisory Council, publicly briefed Congress, the Disclosure Forum, and state legislatures on the phenomenon of transmedium UAP—objects that transition between atmosphere and water bodies.

Key Claims

Gallaudet asserted that transmedium UAPs are operating with "impunity" within the US Exclusive Economic Zone. These objects reportedly enter water at hundreds of knots without creating a splash or sonic boom, displaying underwater acceleration capabilities that far exceed any known US military craft. The Aguadilla incident (2004) provides a reference point: that documented transmedium object achieved underwater speeds of 90+ mph—a capability Gallaudet emphasized as "nothing short of world-changing."

Data and Scale

As of August 2025, over 9,000 unidentified submerged object (USO) sightings had been logged within 10 miles of US shores. Hotspots include California (389 reports) and Florida (306 reports), with dense clusters along both Atlantic and Pacific coasts. These numbers suggest systematic, ongoing activity rather than isolated events.

Security Implications

Gallaudet framed transmedium UAP as a maritime security threat, arguing that the presence of objects capable of underwater transit at extreme speeds "jeopardizes US maritime security." The implications extend to naval operations, undersea infrastructure, and strategic advantage in contested waters.

Scientific Elevation

The briefings marked a significant structural shift: for the first time, a high-ranking retired military official with scientific credentials and government oceanography background brought undersea anomalies into official channels. Prior to 2026, UAP research focused overwhelmingly on aerial phenomena; Gallaudet's 2026 advocacy successfully established "transmedium UAP" and undersea anomalies as legitimate areas for national research priority.