Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas downplayed concerns about unidentified drones sighted over New Jersey, stating they pose no current threat. Despite President-elect Trump's call to down the drones, Mayorkas cited limited authority to intervene, emphasizing the need for expanded legal powers to address drone activity. The Pentagon has also denied foreign involvement.
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