White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt recently shed light on the enigmatic drone sightings over New Jersey, putting to rest a swirl of speculation. Residents across the East Coast had been baffled by numerous drones flying overhead, sparking a myriad of theories about their purpose and origin. At her inaugural press conference, Leavitt delivered a clear message directly from President Trump, clarifying the situation and bringing an end to the mystery.
Leavitt revealed, “I do have news directly from the president of the United States that was just shared with me in the Oval Office, from President Trump directly, an update on the New Jersey drones.” She further explained that these drones had been authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for research and other purposes. Emphasizing the non-threatening nature of these flights, she assured, “This was not the enemy.”
The revelation came amid widespread public concern and curiosity, particularly after the Biden administration had kept tight-lipped about the drones’ origins. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby had previously dismissed reports of “car-sized drones” as mere confusion, chalking them up to sightings of helicopters or airplanes instead. This reductionist approach left many unsatisfied and fueled the demand for transparency.
In December, the Biden White House had stated that the drones were operating “legally and lawfully,” a declaration that did little to quell public anxiety. As questions mounted, President-elect Donald Trump called for clarity, branding the situation “an alarming mystery.” Leavitt’s disclosure marked a significant shift towards openness, aligning with Trump’s push for answers.
Attempting to manage the narrative, Kirby had attributed the sightings to “commercial, hobbyist, or law enforcement drones, all operating legally and lawfully.” He suggested that some reports might have been misidentified aircraft, or even celestial bodies like stars.
Despite these explanations, the issue remained a hot topic, drawing attention from various quarters, including military and federal agencies.
Adding to the complexity, Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder addressed the matter in an off-camera briefing. He acknowledged that military bases had noted drone incursions but emphasized that these were not out of the ordinary.
Ryder reassured the public that these drones were not military in origin, declaring, “To my knowledge, there are no military operations — these are not military drones.”
The situation took another turn last month when the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an investigation into the drone sightings. The FAA had imposed restrictions on drone flights over the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, from November 22 to December 6, a move that underscored the seriousness of the issue.
Further tightening the noose, the FAA also included the Picatinny Arsenal Military Base in Rockaway in the drone flight ban. This proactive stance by the FAA demonstrated a commitment to understanding and managing the drone activity, ensuring it aligns with legal and safety standards.
In a statement, the FAA emphasized their vigilance, saying, “We look into all reports of unauthorized drone operations and investigate when appropriate.”
The agency warned that anyone violating the new restrictions could face fines of up to $75,000 and risk losing their drone operator certifications. This stern warning highlighted the FAA’s dedication to maintaining order in the skies.
The transparency provided by Leavitt and the FAA stands in stark contrast to the previous administration’s approach, which many saw as evasive. By communicating directly with the public, Leavitt has set a precedent for openness and accountability, hallmarks of effective governance that resonate with right-of-center values.
This episode also underscores the importance of clear communication and decisive action by government authorities. By addressing public concerns head-on and providing factual information, officials can dispel rumors and restore confidence. In this case, Leavitt’s straightforward manner and the FAA’s decisive measures have helped to calm a potentially volatile situation.
As the skies over New Jersey and the broader East Coast return to normalcy, the lessons from this episode remain clear. Transparency, accountability, and a commitment to public safety are paramount. With these principles in mind, the current administration continues to demonstrate a pragmatic approach to governance, ensuring that the public remains informed and reassured.
More like spying on Americans, just as Communist Dictatorship do.
Should just shoot them down as a means of protection.
Michael, I do agree that is the most plausible real factual answer to this so off the wall drawn out nonsense! I mean “give me a break” for weeks the previous administration couldn’t come clean and fully identify what was buzzing around in the skies over these heavily populated metropolitan areas of the country! And in terms of jet aircraft or missile speeds perhaps just minutes from major infrastructure, military installations and even the Nation’s Capital!
And yet this lame excuse of just some hobbyists and authorized professionals playing with their drones? The facts were known all along, but they treat the public like a bunch of Demoncrap Progressive, Socialist/Commie Sheeple that can always be manipulated for whatever plan or purpose those in control want to spring upon them, because they “typically will be good little fools.”
And so of course they knew because it was them, “those in control spying and doing some exercise or to mobilize some new program,” to perhaps monitor the public on a moment’s notice. Let’s consider the whole thing was a “Demoncrap Psyop” that was again some practice run or mind manipulation exercise of the public! “Demoncraps love indoctrination and mind control tactics” so they are always looking for ways to mess with our heads!
Yes Lawrence, they lie every time they open their mouth and yet the sheeple believe every word, and that means they are beholden to Communist Democrats and will never change.
This really didn’t answer the question. There are drones still flying over my neighborhood in Pennsylvania. They are not hobby drones. They said it was Bidens administration doing research. But what are they researching? I still feel uneasy. They are still there.
We could always depend on Joe Biden to lie to us. How about telling the truth for once? We are not your subjects and I (for one) never voted for you. You came with too much baggage and left with even more.
Scott E High; YES, precisely why for years I’ve been calling him American’s Own Man of Perdition! Let’s not pass off the fact that during this creeps time as the installed potus is when that fun hi-tech surveillance balloon from China was allowed to traverse the entire Continental United States and he had no problem with letting his pals in the CCP get that free pass!
That slithering actual snake of a man serving not “We the People” or more importantly “God,” only serves Satan having been a so called “Professional Politician” ( In other words organized crime racketeer) for well over 50 years, and that alone should be a crime serious enough to have him hung for Treason! On top of this atrocity the damned Congress has put up with and enabled this wickedness, not putting “term limits” in place or even just going after Biden for many major debacles and obvious criminal affairs with foreign nations and interests! Start with “pay for political favor and kickbacks” or “Burisma Holdings in Ukraine the sweetheart Board Deal” for his criminal son Hunter, $Millions paid out for doing absolutely NOTHING but the Big Guy pulls strings here for those criminals over there! And the list of crimes is enormous including “espionage” so don’t try blowing smoke up my ass about this clown act of his, or yours Congress!
Lies? This “creepy creature” of a walking “Pandora’s Box of Lies,” many straight from hell where he’s gotten his marching orders for years, even making him a “Manchurian Candidate,” which is what his becoming president was about!
Biden drones have Radiation and Biological sniffers on them. This is not good.
15 years to of lax port and border control allows smuggled WMD’s inside.
Why do I say this? It is what I would do, if I was crazed dictator with no remorse.
How is the scary part… Obama, Trump and Biden allowed it to happen.
theamericanreport. org/category/home/gulftainer/
One way or another we should know by now that one way or another that the Globalist Cabal in charge want multitudes of us wiped off the face of the earth, to make more of it their world, ya know the king of the mountain thing or bully! And who might those nefarious ones be serving I ask you?
Get to your Bibles people and do it now, you do know that our real lives aren’t here in this screwed world, but are in eternity and it’s time to choose which side you want more than anything; being on His left or on His right!
Matthew 25:46 “Then they will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life.”
Matthew 25:31-46 NIV “The Sheep and the Goats”