What Happened
Pete Hegseth Directs Homeland Defense Efforts Against Illicit Drone Use
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has signed a new memorandum aimed at accelerating the development of counter-drone systems to protect American airspace sovereignty. The memo, titled ‘Accelerating Employment of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems to Protect American Airspace Sovereignty’, emphasizes the need to ‘accept prudent risks’ while avoiding shortcuts on safety and legal compliance. Hegseth’s initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance the US’s defense capabilities against the growing threat of illicit drone use, which has been highlighted by recent incidents involving unauthorized drones near domestic military bases. The memo was reported by the Washington Examiner.