Recent reports of hundreds of unidentified drones flying over critical U.S. government facilities in New Jersey, including Picatinny Arsenal, have sparked public concern. While DHS Secretary Mayorkas has described these incidents as “cases of mistaken identity” and stated that the agency hasn’t “seen anything unusual,” local officials are demanding answers, citing consistent sightings and credible reports. Given the advanced military technology at our disposal, it seems likely that these drones have already been identified and tracked. This raises important questions: Are these drones part of a covert operation, or are we facing a scenario that warrants heightened concern? One potential angle worth exploring is the role of agencies like the Department of Energy’s Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST), which recently began deploying AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters equipped for nuclear detection. These helicopters have been spotted in the area, according to ADS-B tracking data. Could this activity signal a broader effort to monitor for radiological threats, or is it unrelated? This situation underscores the importance of transparency and coordination between federal agencies and local authorities. What steps can we take as a nation to balance security with public accountability in addressing unmanned aerial system (UAS) threats?
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- 2024
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