NJ Governor Urges Biden to Probe Mysterious Drone Sightings Over State
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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has requested President Joe Biden to take charge of an investigation into the increasing frequency of large drone sightings in the state. There is growing dissatisfaction among politicians and law enforcement due to the proliferation of drone sightings, with nearly 50 reported on a single Sunday night. Despite the FBI and Pentagon ruling out the involvement of the US military or foreign adversaries, and the assertion that the drone sightings do not pose a national security or public safety threat, Murphy is urging federal agencies to continue investigations into the drone activity.
The New Jersey governor is urging Joe Biden to assume control of a probe into large drones that have been spotted more frequently over the state, expressing frustration that federal authorities seem to be underplaying these incidents.
A letter from Democratic governor Phil Murphy voiced his concern over numerous drone sightings across various counties, despite the Pentagon and FBI’s dismissal of US military or foreign involvement.
Reports of multiple drones breaching airspace at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Monmouth county were released on the same day as Murphy’s letter.
Despite numerous reporting of drone flights, including a record 50 in one night, the White House dismissed the incidents as “manned aircraft … being operated lawfully” causing increasing frustration among politicians and law enforcement in New Jersey.
In response to drones flying over military installations and critical infrastructure, no-fly restrictions were imposed over certain facilities such as an army facility in Morris county and a golf resort in Bedminster.
Although the White House, Pentagon and FBI cannot fully explain the origin of these drones, they do not believe they pose a threat.
The FBI and homeland security department issued a joint statement, acknowledging the inadequacy of current authorities in managing such sightings.
These sightings in New Jersey mirror similar incidents in Europe involving unidentified aircraft and military facilities. However, the Pentagon’s deputy press secretary, Sabrina Singh, ruled out foreign involvement.
There is growing demand for action and transparency from politicians, including Murphy, as failure to identify these drones could pose a potential security threat.
Drone sightings have extended beyond New Jersey, with reported incidents in Maryland and New York. However, the government maintains that there is “no evidence that these drones pose a public safety or national security threat”.
The federal response has been criticized by New York politicians who demand an immediate investigation, stating, “The people of this city, this state and region deserve answers.”
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