(NewsNation) — Ten scientists have died or disappeared, all with links to the nation’s nuclear programs, raising questions about possible connections.
On Thursday, President Trump said he was in a meeting about the cases and expects to know more in a week and a half. He expressed hope the links between the cases were just a coincidence.
Here’s what we know about the wave of scientists who have died or disappeared.
Steven Garcia
Steven Garcia, a 48-year-old government contractor, was last seen leaving his home in Albuquerque on Aug. 28, 2025. He was on foot and carrying a handgun, with police reportedly warning he may have been a danger to himself…