Theories about Earhart's disappearance have veered into the absurd, including abduction by aliens. Photo: AP PHOTO

US President Donald Trump has announced that he has ordered the declassification and public release of all government records about aviator Amelia Earhart, who vanished in 1937 during an attempt to fly around the world.

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Trump on Friday said it's an "interesting story" that has "captivated millions". He said people have asked him whether he would consider declassifying and making public everything the government has on her.

"She was an Aviation Pioneer, the first woman

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