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The documents detail FBI investigations into individuals linked to potential threats against Senator Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) in June 1968. Sirhan Bishara, identified as RFK’s assassin, is described as a white male born March 19, 1944, in Jerusalem, Jordan. His family migrated to the U.S. from Jordan in 1957; his last known address was 66 East Howard Street, Pasadena, California. The FBI requested searches of Bishara’s activities prior to the assassination, noting potential conspiratorial aspects requiring immediate investigation.  

Wayne Lee Sparks, previously employed by Lion Match Corporation in Chicago and associated with the National States Rights Party, is referenced for making threats against RFK. The FBI sought information on his location and military status, noting he was at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, on June 4–5, 1968, after being absent during May 31–June 3, 1968. Sparks claimed to have visited his wife in Bridgeview, Illinois, while AWOL and stated no prior connection to RFK or assassination plots.  

An individual named Khalaf is referenced with unclear connections. He allegedly visited St. Louis, Missouri, and claimed ties to a U.S. consulate or embassy (noted as non-existent), family in Washington D.C., and possible Jordanian/Saudi links. Khalaf reportedly spent three weeks in jail while in Jordan, stated he was traveling to Chicago and California on June 3, 1968, with no clear reason for his trip, and claimed something significant would occur within three days. He is described as proficient in five or six languages, did not express anti-American or anti-Kennedy sentiments, and inquired about the sale of a Lincoln Continental Mark III automobile.  

Administrative forms (FD-340, FD-26) document search authorizations, witness statements, and case file management. A 1957 article titled “The Insider Tells You Why Bobby Kennedy Will Be Murdered!” by E. W. Steele is referenced as predicting RFK’s assassination.  

Key People  
- **Sirhan Bishara** (assassin of RFK)  
- **Wayne Lee Sparks** (linked to National States Rights Party and threats against RFK)  
- **Khalaf** (individual with unclear connections; possible SSN 3/19/11 noted)  
- **Gloria K. Albo** (authorized search of premises at 5313 S. 3rd St.)  
- **Peter J. Wacks, Robert A. Gacadioaze** (FBI agents conducting searches)  
- **Hassan M. Abdullah** (honorary consul in Chicago, Illinois; nearest consulate to St. Louis for Jordan)  

Key Locations  
- **Chicago** (FBI headquarters, Lion Match Corporation, honorary consulate)  
- **Los Angeles** (investigation focus)  
- **St. Louis, Missouri** (Khalaf’s alleged residence and frequented locations)  
- **Jordan** (Bishara’s birthplace and family origin)  
- **Pasadena, California** (Bishara’s last known address)  
- **Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri** (Sparks’ military base; site of reported activities in June 1968)  

Key Events  
- FBI investigation into Sirhan Bishara’s activities prior to RFK’s assassination  
- Search for Wayne Lee Sparks’ location and military status  
- Authorization of searches at 5313 S. 3rd St., St. Louis  
- Reference to a 1957 article predicting RFK’s assassination  
- Investigation into Khalaf’s potential connections, travel plans, and claims about significant events  
- June 3–5, 1968: Sparks’ reported movements between St. Louis, Chicago, and Fort Leonard Wood  
- January 1967: Alleged expression of intent by Sparks to assassinate RFK  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)** (Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City)  
- **National States Rights Party** (linked to Wayne Lee Sparks)  
- **U.S. Department of Justice** (authorizing FBI actions)  
- **St. Louis University** (mentioned as a possible institution for Khalaf’s education; referenced in student directories and alumni records)  
- **Department of State** (sought information on foreign students and visa applicants with the surname Khalaf)

RFK Declassified Files

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