Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas downplays drone sightings, leaving New Jersey residents questioning the government’s ability to protect them.
At a Glance
- Mayorkas claims most drones seen are commercially available and pose no known threat
- DHS lacks authority to directly address drone sightings or shoot them down
- New Jersey residents speculate drones could be foreign espionage tools
- FBI investigation underway due to mounting concerns over unidentified drones
- Republican lawmakers urge military action against the drones
Mayorkas Downplays Drone Sightings, Raising Questions About Government Preparedness
In a move that has left many Americans scratching their heads, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas recently addressed the public’s growing anxiety over drone sightings in New Jersey. Instead of offering reassurance or a concrete plan of action, Mayorkas seemed to brush off concerns, suggesting that most of these sightings are cases of mistaken identity.
Mayorkas’ cavalier attitude towards what many see as a potential national security threat is troubling. In an era where technological warfare and foreign espionage are ever-present dangers, his remarks seem out of touch with the realities facing American citizens.
“We haven’t seen anything unusual. We know of no threat. We believe that there are cases of mistaken identity where “drones” are actually small aircraft — that people are misidentifying them,” Alejandro Mayorkas said.
Insane – but perhaps even more alarming than Mayorkas’ dismissive attitude is his admission that the Department of Homeland Security lacks the authority to directly address drone sightings or take action against them. This revelation exposes a glaring gap in our national security apparatus.
“We can’t shoot a drone out of the sky,” he said.
We can’t shoot a drone out of the sky but we can catch rockets with robot arms? Yeah, OK.
As federal agencies fumble their response, New Jersey residents are left to grapple with the unsettling reality of mysterious drones potentially surveilling their communities. The speculation that these drones could be foreign espionage tools or sophisticated surveillance devices is not unfounded, given the current geopolitical climate.
My team and I are staying on top of and taking seriously the situation involving unknown drones flying over Morris, Somerset, and Hunterdon Counties. Yesterday, I participated in a bipartisan call with Secretary Mayorkas, Governor Murphy, and key government and law enforcement…
— Congressman Tom Kean (@CongressmanKean) December 5, 2024
The fact that New Jersey first responders have been advised to alert bomb squads and wear hazmat suits when encountering these drones speaks volumes about the potential danger they pose. This precautionary measure stands in stark contrast to Mayorkas’ nonchalant attitude, further eroding public trust in the federal government’s assessment of the situation.
While Mayorkas and the DHS drag their feet, others are calling for more decisive action. President-elect Donald Trump’s call for unidentified drones to be shot down resonates with many Americans who are tired of feeling vulnerable in their own communities – and thankfully, he’ll be president soon.
“Mystery Drone sightings all over the Country. Can this really be happening without our government’s knowledge. I don’t think so!” Trump said.
Let’s just hope nothing serious happens between now and his inauguration.
