Officials say mystery drones are not tracking missing radioactive material
The viral theory circulated even after the material was recovered last week.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken faces questions on chaotic and deadly exit from Afghanistan; New Jersey officials want more information released publicly on mysterious drones.
Questions about drones at Pentagon briefing
Pentagon press secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder fielded several questions Tuesday about the unexplained drones that have been spotted in several states along the East Coast in recent weeks. There's still no concrete explanation for the sightings.
Natick man charged in connection with deadly Iran drone strike
A man from Natick has been arrested on charges he exported sensitive technology to Iran that was used in a fatal drone strike.
What we know about mystery drones flying over New Jersey and other states
Mysterious drone sightings in several East Coast states have prompted an outcry from officials seeking answers about the flying objects.
John Kirby on growing drone mystery
White House National Security Adviser John Kirby discusses on "CBS Mornings" the latest about the mysterious drones now reported in at least six states and what the federal government knows.
Trump claims government knows where drones originated
President-elect Donald Trump claimed the federal government wants to "keep people in suspense" on the mystery drones.
Lawmakers weigh in on drone sightings
Several lawmakers are calling for updated policies to help federal agencies investigate and respond to recent drone sightings. The proposals from leaders in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania come as the mysterious flying objects have been repeatedly spotted in at least half a dozen states. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Lawmakers call for action on drone sightings
President-elect Donald Trump says "the government knows what is happening" when it comes to the drone sightings on the East Coast. The Defense Department stated Monday it does not have any evidence to suggest that the drones are malicious. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports from Colts Neck, New Jersey.
Still no answers on drone sightings in multiple states
President-elect Donald Trump accused the Biden administration of keeping people in the dark about a recent slew of drone sightings over New Jersey, New York and other states. Officials have said there is no public safety threat, but a lack of definitive answers has some residents feeling uneasy. Tom Hanson reports.
Mystery drone sightings fuel spread of internet theories
One Facebook group has swelled to over 70,000 members as people speculate about the source of the drones.
Lawmakers on reported drone sightings
During their appearance on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rep. Mike Waltz, a Republican from Florida, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota, addressed mysterious drone sightings that have been reported in at least four states in the last few weeks. Both lawmakers echoed concerns about the drones.
Breaking down Trump's latest comments
President-elect Donald Trump held a press conference where he discussed various topics and the plans for his first days in the White House. Trump mentioned tariffs, funds for Ukraine's war against Russia, vaccines and the drone mystery in the U.S. CBS News political director Fin Gómez reports.
"Hazardous drone operation" leads to two arrests in Boston
Two people were arrested Saturday night in Boston for what police describe as a "hazardous drone operation."
Trump asked about drones
President-elect Donald Trump was asked Monday about the mysterious drone sightings that have been reported in several states recently. Trump said, "The government knows what is happening."
Lawmakers push for high-tech help on drones
Mysterious drone sightings are continuing to cause a stir on the East Coast. Donald Trump's pick for White House national security adviser, Florida Congressman Mike Waltz, says the American people deserve answers. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more.
Former DHS official on New Jersey drone surge
CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd reports on the recent surge in drone activity in New Jersey and beyond. A former DHS assistant secretary who oversaw counter-drone policy, Vinograd explains who can intervene and discusses the latest on the investigation.
Mysterious drones spotted in 6 states
The search for answers continues as mysterious drones have now been spotted in at least six states. Local authorities are urging the federal government to give them more control over their skies, wanting them to extend investigative authority to state and local officials. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.
Drone sightings sparking conspiracy theories
The Department of Homeland Security says there's no evidence of a threat to public safety from the mysterious drone sightings that have been reported across multiple states recently, but online speculation has given rise to conspiracy theories. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim has more.
Mystery surrounds reported drone sightings
There is continued concern and confusion over reports of drone sightings in New Jersey. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said there is no known foreign involvement. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Mike Waltz says federal agencies "pointing at each other" on drone sightings
Rep. Mike Waltz, likely Trump's incoming national security adviser, said Sunday that "we need to know who's behind" the mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey and surrounding areas.
East Coast drone sightings spur mystery
Thousands of drone sightings along the East Coast have ignited a mystery. Security agencies are challenged with answering why clusters of drones have been reported over at least seven states. Ali Bauman has more.
Russia's attack on Ukraine's power grid
Russia is aiming to impact Ukraine's people during the harsh winter months by attacking the power grid. CBS News' Ellee Watson reports on Russia's latest attack.
Who monitors drones in the U.S.?
The laws surrounding drones in the U.S. may create confusion over their local, state and federal enforcement. Jonathan Rupprecht, a commercial pilot and drone lawyer, joins CBS News with more details.
Other states report mysterious drones
New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland residents are joining those in New Jersey reporting mysterious drones hovering in the sky. Federal officials have offered little information on their purpose. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
Israel announces strike on Hamas leaders as explosions rock Doha, Qatar
Israel says it carried out strikes targeting Hamas senior leaders, as large explosions echoed across the capital of Qatar, a key U.S. ally and partner in the Middle East.
House panel releases more records from Jeffrey Epstein's estate
The new records include a birthday letter to Epstein allegedly written by President Trump, which he has denied writing.
Venezuelan leader declares early Christmas as standoff with U.S. escalates
As he sends more troops to Venezuela's borders amid a standoff with Trump, President Nicolas Maduro says he's also rescheduling Christmas, to defend "the right to happiness."
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NIH whistleblower details clash over vaccines with Trump officials
A former NIH official says she was removed after clashes over vaccines, accusing RFK Jr. and his deputies of posing "a substantial and specific danger to public health and safety."
Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Economists expect a major downward jobs revision from BLS today
Economists expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics to revise its jobs data downward for the year ended in March 2025. Here's why.
Fatal stabbing of Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte raises questions about public safety
Police say 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska was killed on a Charlotte light rail train on Aug. 22 in an apparently random attack by a man with a long record of criminal charges and psychiatric crises.
Nepal's prime minister steps down amid deadly anti-government protests
Protests in Nepal over a since-lifted ban on major social media platforms have left almost 20 people dead and now toppled the country's leader.
Several severe injuries in crash of softball team school bus in Oklahoma
A school bus carrying an Oklahoma City-area softball team crashed Monday evening, leaving several people severely injured, officials said.