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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and NY's Kathy Hochul Request Federal Help Amid Rising Drone Sightings at Stewart Airfield

Dec 14, 2024, 06:10 PM

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has formally requested additional federal resources from President Joe Biden to investigate a recent surge in mysterious drone sightings over the state. In his letter, Murphy expressed growing concern over the unexplained aircraft that have been frequently observed in New Jersey skies. This request comes amid increasing reports of drone activity in neighboring states, prompting lawmakers to demand federal assistance and answers regarding the incidents. Concurrently, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has also called for federal intervention after drone activity temporarily shut down runways at Stewart Airfield in Orange County, New York, highlighting the escalating nature of the issue. Both governors are urging the Biden administration to take decisive action in response to the rising drone sightings, which have raised safety and security concerns among residents and officials alike.