During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, President Donald Trump suggested the federal government and military are aware of the origins of the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey but are choosing not to share the details.
Trump questioned why officials are withholding the information. “Our military knows where they came from. They know where they went. For some reason, they’re keeping quiet,” Trump said. “The public deserves answers.”
🚨BREAKING: PRESIDENT TRUMP ADDRESSES DRONES AMID DIRTY BOMB FEARS 🚨
At today’s press conference, President Trump directly addressed the mysterious drones, including those already seen over Bedminster, his New Jersey property. Trump didn’t sound alarmed but confirmed what… pic.twitter.com/sget3702tf
— Next News Network 🇺🇲 (@NextNewsNetwork) December 16, 2024
The sightings, which have occurred near Trump’s Bedminster golf course, have added to residents’ concerns. Trump acknowledged this, saying, “They’re right near Bedminster. Maybe I’ll think twice about spending the weekend there.”
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has tried to reassure the public that the drones are not a threat but admitted their source remains unknown.
Since our government doesn’t have any info on these SUV sized drones over New Jersey, do any of you have any idea who’s behind this? pic.twitter.com/rdsDKQJS1l
— TRUMP GAL 4EVER (@Bagelsmom146578) December 13, 2024
Trump dismissed theories of enemy involvement, suggesting instead that something unusual is being kept from the public. “If it was the enemy, they’d deal with it by now,” Trump said. “Something strange is happening, and people should be told the truth.”
The unexplained drones have left New Jersey residents on edge. Trump’s remarks amplify frustrations as calls for government transparency continue to grow louder.
🚨Drones allegedly reported last night near the Capitol Building caused me to take a look at current NOTAMs.
This is undoubtedly being done purposely by our own State
department.
There’s recent NOTAMs in place that even specify rules for UAS. The one in Bedminster, over Trumps… pic.twitter.com/BkqzzvFgLF— Still🏝️Roaming (@roaming_rn) December 15, 2024