Overview

• Residents in New Jersey and neighboring states have reported numerous drone sightings since November, with incidents near military facilities and critical infrastructure.
• Federal agencies, including the FBI and Department of Homeland Security, have found no evidence of malicious activity or foreign involvement in the sightings.
• New Jersey lawmakers are calling for expanded state and local authority to track and address drone activity, citing potential safety risks and gaps in federal response.
• In some cases, officials have clarified that reported drones were likely manned aircraft, but many sightings remain unexplained, involving drones up to six feet in diameter.
• Sightings have extended beyond New Jersey to New York, Massachusetts, Virginia, and even U.S. military bases abroad, prompting ongoing investigations and public concern.