President Joe Biden Finally Breaks Silence on Mysterious Drone Sightings
President Joe Biden has addressed the growing concerns surrounding the alarming number of mysterious drone sightings across the tri-state area.
Thousands of Drone Reports Flood In
The first reports of unidentified drones appeared in New Jersey on November 18. Since then, federal authorities have fielded over 5,000 tips, with approximately 100 cases warranting further investigation.
In response to rising fears, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy confirmed that drone-detecting devices had been deployed statewide. Meanwhile, New York Senator Chuck Schumer called on federal agencies to use declassified radar technology to identify the origins of the sightings.
Biden Reassures Public
Speaking publicly on the issue for the first time, President Joe Biden sought to reassure Americans during a press briefing at the White House.
Joe Biden has downplayed fears regarding the drones. Credit: Kevin Dietsch/Getty
“Nothing nefarious apparently, but they’re checking it all out,” Biden said.
He emphasized that investigations into the drones have found no credible threats, adding,
“We’re following this closely, but so far, no sense of danger.”
Biden suggested the phenomenon might be partly due to “copycat” behavior:
“There’s a lot of drones authorized up there. I think one started it, and everybody wanted to get in on the deal.”
Government Agencies Weigh In
A joint statement from the FBI, FAA, Pentagon, and Department of Homeland Security on Monday echoed Biden’s sentiments. The agencies downplayed the sightings, attributing them to a mix of:
- Lawful commercial drones
- Hobbyist drones
- Law enforcement drones
- Manned aircraft and helicopters
- Stars mistakenly identified as drones
Their statement concluded there was “little cause for alarm” at this time.
Trump’s Criticism
President-elect Donald Trump has taken a different stance, accusing Biden’s administration of withholding critical information.
Trump has criticized the Biden administration. Credit: Andrew Harnik/Getty
“The government knows what is happening,” Trump claimed Monday in an interview. “Our military knows where they took off from — if it’s a garage, they can go right into that garage.”
He continued,
“For some reason, they don’t want to comment. And I think they’d be better off saying what it is.”
Trump’s remarks have fueled speculation among skeptics, adding pressure on federal agencies to provide clearer answers.
The Drone Mystery Continues
While the Biden administration maintains that the sightings are largely benign, public calls for transparency persist.
As investigations unfold, the tri-state area remains on edge, waiting for definitive answers about the mysterious drones in its skies.
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