FAA BOSS Resigns as Mystery Drone Event Unfolds

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The FAA is in the spotlight after a string of mysterious drone sightings along the Eastern Seaboard, particularly in New Jersey, has left many questioning what’s going on. Things have escalated so quickly that FAA chief Mike Whittaker has even resigned as the situation deepens.

As drone sightings continue to rise, both residents and lawmakers are growing more concerned. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas pointed to a change in the rules last September, which now allows drones to fly at night, possibly adding to the increased activity. But no one really knows who’s behind the drones yet.

The FBI has received over 3,000 tips on these sightings, most of which have occurred after dark. Social media has been flooded with videos showing what people think are drones, though many turn out to be regular aircraft. Despite all this, authorities insist there’s no real evidence linking the drones to any national security or public safety threats—though that hasn’t stopped people from worrying.

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York has made it clear that the federal government is ready to send in additional resources to help figure this out. Meanwhile, Senator Chuck Schumer is pushing for a special drone-detecting system to be set up in New Jersey and New York.

The mystery remains unresolved, and the resignation of Mike Whittaker has only added more confusion. As frustration grows, authorities are scrambling to get to the bottom of it and assure the public that they’re taking it seriously.