“We have the experts,” Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said on CNN's “Situation Room” broadcast Friday in response to criticism of the federal government's response to reported drone sightings on the East Coast. , and said people “should not underestimate the extent of the damage.” Their expertise and the magnitude of their dedication to the well-being of the American people. ”
After watching a video in which Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) said the federal government doesn't know anything about drones, doesn't know what they're doing and isn't being candid, Mayorkas responded: . First of all, we have experts, and we should not diminish the scope of their expertise and their dedication to the well-being of the American people. These are people who dedicate their careers first and foremost to the safety and security of the United States. ”
Mayorkas later said of Van Drew's attempt to shoot down the drone: That in itself is dangerous. ” and that “our powers are very limited, which is exactly why we went to Congress to expand those powers. , the U.S. secret agency that protects national leaders, is restricted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection when it comes to borders, and has a variety of powers that are sensitive to certain missions. No.”
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