A local congressman isn't satisfied with the White House's answers about the mysterious drones seen across New Jersey skies late last year.
The mysterious drones sighted over New Jersey in December were authorized to fly and did not originate from a hostile
On social media, users shared theories that range from foreign interference to UFOs to hobbyist activity. The FBI and Department of Homeland Security said there was no evidence" the reported drone sightings posed a threat to national security or public safety or had any foreign connection.
Before taking questions at her first news briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt gave an update she said came “directly” from President Donald Trump.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt read a statement from President Trump which read in part, "this was not the enemy."
In a social media post, Trump questioned the tactics of the military helicopter and the air traffic controllers — both agencies that report to him as the president.
The White House is providing an explanation for the drones that were spotted over New Jersey, and all along the East Coast, over the past several months.
Trump said he didn't know what caused the crash, but said "we have some very strong opinions and ideas."
A massive search operation is underway after a passenger aircraft carrying 64 people collided midair with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport outside of Washington, DC, according to aviation and defense officials.
While calling the deadly plane crash an "hour of anguish," the president then quickly pivoted to criticizing previous administrations.