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FBI Targets Chinese National in $15M Drone Smuggling Case Tied to Iran’s IRGC
The FBI unveiled a wanted poster for Baoxia "Emily" Liu, a Chinese national accused of orchestrating a conspiracy to smuggle U.S.-origin drone components
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Federal Agencies Seek Expanded Counter-Drone Powers as Border Incidents Surge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection documented a staggering 45,000 drone detections along the southwest border in 2023, with approximately 2,500 unauthorized incursions into U.S. airspace, highlighting the urgent need for expanded counter-UAS authorities. The revelations came during a critical House Homeland Security joint subcommittee hearing where federal officials pressed Congress for broader po
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Cleveland Police Deploy Drone at Pro-Palestine Protest Despite Lacking DOJ Approval
A controversial drone deployment by Cleveland Police has sparked debate after officers used the unmanned aircraft to monitor protesters outside County Executive Chris Ronayne’s residence, despite lacking required Department of Justice authorization, reports Signal Cleveland. Unauthorized Surveillance Operation The Cleveland Division of Police confirmed through Sergeant Wilfredo Diaz that they oper
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Real Estate Developer Faces $270,000 FAA Fine for Harassing Unhoused People with Drones
A Pueblo real estate developer is facing substantial fines from the Federal Aviation Administration for repeatedly using drones to harass unhoused individuals. Henry “Hank” Borunda, who owns several downtown Pueblo properties including the La Bella Union Plaza, has been hit with a $270,000 penalty for alleged violations, according to a report from The Pueblo Chieftain.…
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FBI Thwarts Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid Using Explosive-Laden Drone
A potentially catastrophic attack on Nashville’s critical infrastructure was prevented when the FBI arrested a 24-year-old Tennessee man who allegedly planned to crash an explosives-equipped drone into a power substation, according to the Department of Justice. The Drone Attack Plot Skyler Philippi’s plan went beyond typical infrastructure attacks, showcasing a concerning evolution in domestic ter
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Russian National Arrested for Smuggling Drone Tech to Russia
A Russian national living in Sarasota, Florida, was arrested on Monday for smuggling, money laundering, and illegally exporting technology that could be used in drone production to Russia. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the charges, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations, reports Reuters. The Charges and Allegations The indictment alleges that Denis Postovoy,…
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House Committee Highlights Concerns Over Chinese DJI Drones, Urges US Leadership
The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party held hearings today that shed light on the growing concerns surrounding Chinese-made drones, particularly those manufactured by DJI. The committee’s discussions centered on national security risks and the need for a robust American drone industry. DJI Under Scrutiny…
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Bipartisan Bill Aims to Extend Federal Counter-Drone Powers
Lawmakers Seek to Balance Security and Civil Liberties A bipartisan group of House lawmakers introduced a bill on Tuesday that would extend the federal government’s authority to counter threats posed by drones while also safeguarding the rights of responsible drone users. The legislation, reportedly sponsored by Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.), chairman of the House Homeland…
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