On January 29, 2025, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the recent surge of mystery drone sightings in New Jersey, confirming that these drones were authorized by the FAA for research purposes.
Leavitt highlighted that both government and private individuals have been operating these drones. President Donald Trump expressed skepticism regarding the government's knowledge of the drones' origins, labeling the lack of information as 'ridiculous'. He pledged a comprehensive report following his inauguration to clarify the situation.
The Pentagon has denied that the drones are military in nature or linked to foreign adversaries, yet Trump suggested that officials may have more information than they are disclosing. The ongoing discussions have fueled speculation and rumors about potential UFO connections.