politics
February 28, 2026
US Downs Own Border Patrol Drone
The Federal Aviation Administration has halted flights around Fort Hancock, Texas, following the reported downing of a border patrol drone
TL;DR
- FAA has imposed flight restrictions near Fort Hancock, Texas, citing "special security reasons".
- The restrictions follow reports that a US government drone was shot down by a Pentagon-operated laser system.
- Lawmakers criticized the alleged "incompetence" and poor coordination between military and civilian agencies.
- A similar incident involving testing of the same system occurred recently in El Paso.
- The events coincide with heightened security concerns at the southern US border due to increased cartel activity.
- Cartel violence in Mexico has raised concerns about the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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