As recent drone sightings in New Jersey and nearby states stir conspiracy theories, President Joe Biden reassured the public that there's "nothing nefarious" behind the incidents. These sightings, some happening near military installations, have raised eyebrows, but Biden emphasized there is no threat to national security. Members of the House Intelligence Committee echoed his sentiments following a closed briefing. Lawmakers pointed out that the majority of sightings involve ordinary aircraft and legally operated drones. Despite numerous reports of odd lights and shapes in the sky, officials confirmed that many of these incidents result from misidentifications, including stars. As public anxiety grows, state officials are advocating for enhanced drone detection measures.
Biden Reassures Public: Drone Sightings 'Nothing Nefarious'
Biden Reassures Public: Drone Sightings 'Nothing Nefarious'
In light of increasing drone sightings along the East Coast, President Biden seeks to quell public concern, affirming that the incidents are neither dangerous nor indicative of foreign interference.
The sightings provoked temporary closures at both Stewart International Airport in New York and the Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, heightening tensions. Biden stressed the sheer number of unregistered drones flying across the U.S., with tens of thousands legally registered. Himes, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, stated there is "zero evidence of any wrongdoing," attributing the phenomena to hobbyist activities and routine police operations. As fear and skepticism simmer, state governors are pushing for more regulatory authority to handle drones while some citizens continue to demand clearer explanations from the government regarding these mysterious aerial encounters.
