Government accused of concealing truth about mysterious drones terrorizing New Jersey skies.
Are they hiding something?
At a Glance
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene claims government controls drones over New Jersey
- FBI received thousands of reports, but claims ignorance about drone origins
- Drones sighted near sensitive military sites and airports, raising security concerns
- Experts and politicians skeptical of government’s claimed lack of knowledge
- Bipartisan demand for answers and national security assurances
Greene Challenges Government’s Drone Narrative
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has ignited a firestorm of controversy by accusing the federal government of withholding crucial information about mysterious drones plaguing the skies over New Jersey and New York. As thousands of reports flood in, the government’s apparent inability to identify these aerial intruders has raised serious questions about national security and transparency.
Greene’s bold stance reflects growing public frustration with what many perceive as bureaucratic stonewalling.
The congresswoman didn’t mince words when addressing the issue, stating, “The government is in control of the drones and refuses to tell the American people what is going on. It really is that bad.” This damning accusation strikes at the heart of concerns over government overreach and the potential erosion of civil liberties.
The situation has reached a boiling point, with Greene emphatically declaring, “I’m gonna call it total bulls*** that no one knows what these are. And I think it’s a slap in the face to the American people to say they don’t know what this is.”
You can say a lot of things about MTG, but you can’t say she doesn’t say it like it is.
The American people deserve an explanation. https://t.co/OmdA4YpqQQ
— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) December 13, 2024
Alarming Drone Activity Near Sensitive Sites
The gravity of the situation becomes clear when considering the locations of these drone sightings. Reports indicate that these unidentified aircraft have been spotted near sensitive military installations and even forced the closure of a New York airport for an hour. This proximity to critical infrastructure raises red flags about potential security breaches and the vulnerability of our nation’s defenses.
Adding fuel to the fire, New Jersey Rep. Jeff Van Drew suggested a possible connection to an Iranian ‘mothership.’ While the Pentagon swiftly denied this claim, the mere suggestion of foreign involvement has heightened tensions. Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh attempted to quell fears, stating, “There is no Iranian ship off the coast of the United States, and there’s no so-called mothership launching drones towards the United States.” However, this denial has done little to assuage public concerns.
The FBI’s response to the drone crisis has been underwhelming, to say the least. Despite receiving approximately 5,000 reports, fewer than 100 leads have been deemed worthy of further investigation. This apparent lack of urgency has not gone unnoticed by experts in the field. Drone specialist Vijay Kumar speculates that the drones could be part of a covert U.S. government operation, given their proximity to airports and military bases. Kumar’s skepticism of the FBI’s claimed ignorance echoes the sentiments of many Americans who believe the government knows more than it’s letting on.
“There is nothing that is known that would lead me to say that, but we just don’t know. And that’s the concerning part,” FBI Assistant Director of the Critical Incident Response Group Robert Wheeler said.
The mystery has sparked a rare moment of bipartisan concern. Former Navy pilot Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Calif., expressed his suspicions, stating, “I think it is a malevolent intent of some sort, whether it’s a foreign country or it’s just a private citizen trying to see what they can get away with.”
Meanwhile, Democrats like Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Mikie Sherrill are demanding answers and emphasizing the need for robust airspace defense.
Well, at least we can unite on something.