Summary of Articles:
1. "New Jersey drone cluster sightings prompt call for ‘state of
emergency’" – The Guardian
This article reports on the weird and mysterious drone sightings over
New Jersey and the political reactions from around the world. State
Senator Jon Bramnick called for a "limited state of emergency" until
explanations are explained and released to the public. Governor Phil
Murphy held discussions with Homeland Security, pointing towards that
there is "no known threat to the public at this time." The FBI saw the
nature of these sightings. "Jon Bramnick, a Republican state senator in
New Jersey, has demanded a ban on all drones until the mystery is
solved," (The Guardian). The article presents the facts with a focus on
the political responses, maintaining a tone of empowerment. However,
the focus on political figures' reactions may suggest a bias towards
showing governmental concerns over public view. According to a Fox
News article about the drones, “The large drone sightings have caused
concern and confusion as dozens have been reported flying over
multiple counties in New Jersey,” (Fox News). This information is
further fueling public unease and political pressure to act. Politicians
are currently investigating the mysterious drones.
2. "NORTHCOM not yet asked to intervene against New Jersey
drones" – Fox News
This article discusses the Pentagon's view on the New Jersey drone
sightings, showing and saying that the U.S. Northern Command has not
been told to deal with the drones. It shows local officials' concerns and
says that the drones' origins remain unknown. "The large drone
sightings have caused concern and confusion as dozens have been
reported flying over multiple counties in New Jersey,” (Fox News). Fox
News focuses on the military's not involving in the issue, which may
reflect a bias towards making an emphasis on federal responses and
the potential for military action. The article's tone suggests a concern
for national security. Supporting this perspective, an article from
“Business Insider notes” that the mysterious drones have raised alarm
due to their "sophisticated patterns of movement and apparent
evasion of detection,"(Business insider). This article is prompting calls
for greater federal oversight and resources to address potential
security risks
Chosen Article for Response:
I have chosen to respond to "New Jersey drone cluster sightings prompt call
for ‘state of emergency’" from The Guardian.
This article provoked a stronger emotional response due to its suggestion on
political figures calling for insane measures, such as a state of emergency
and a ban on all drones, without clear evidence of a threat. The potential
suggestions for civil rights and the drone industry's future are in danger and
concern many people. The Fox News article focuses on the lack of federal
military involvement, which does not make the same direct concern for
individual rights and industry impact.
Works Cited:
1. “What Do We Know about the Drones over New Jersey?” AllSides, 2024,
www.allsides.com/story/defense-and-security-what-do-we-know-about-
drones-over-new-jersey
2. Pilkington, Ed. “Mysterious New Jersey Drone Sightings Prompt Call for “State
of Emergency.”” The Guardian, The Guardian, 11 Dec. 2024,
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/11/new-jersey-drone-sightings-
state-of-emergency
3. Pandolfo, Chris, and Liz Friden. “New Jersey Drones: NORTHCOM Not yet
Asked by Local Officials for Help.” Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024,
www.foxnews.com/us/pentagon-yet-ask-northcom-intervene-against-new-
jersey-drones
4. Conklin, Audrey. “Drones Spotted across Northeast Likely Coming from “inside
the US,” Military Expert Says.” Fox News, 17 Dec. 2024,
www.foxnews.com/us/drones-spotted-across-northeast-likely-coming-from-
inside-us-military-expert-says
5. Rains, Taylor. “FAA Bans Drone Flights over Much of New Jersey.” Business
Insider, 19 Dec. 2024, www.businessinsider.com/drones-new-jersey-faa-ban-
tfr-2024-12
