New Jersey State Senator Calls For Emergency Drone Ban Amid Growing Concerns
New Jersey state Sen. Jon Bramnick (R) has called for a “limited state of emergency banning all drones” in response to ongoing sightings of mysterious unmanned aerial vehicles across the state. Bramnick’s appeal reflects increasing alarm among lawmakers and residents over the unexplained presence of drones in New Jersey skies.
“The State of New Jersey should issue a limited state of emergency banning all drones until the public receives an explanation regarding these multiple sightings,” Bramnick wrote on X.
Since mid-November, reports of unidentified drones have surfaced across New Jersey and recently in Staten Island, New York. Witnesses describe bright-light-bearing drones hovering in the night sky, with some sightings occurring near sensitive locations, including President-elect Donald Trump’s golf course in Bedminster and the Picatinny Arsenal military base.
Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. (R-NJ) echoed Bramnick’s concerns, emphasizing the need for immediate federal intervention. “The safety and privacy of our residents must be a top priority, and right now, both are being put at risk,” Kean said in a statement. He called on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other federal agencies to allocate resources for a thorough investigation.
Gov. Phil Murphy (D) has also addressed the drone activity, noting discussions with DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and other federal and state security officials. “We are actively monitoring the situation and in close coordination with our federal and law enforcement partners on this matter,” Murphy stated, adding that there is no immediate threat to public safety.
While federal and state authorities continue their investigation, residents and lawmakers demand transparency and decisive action. Bramnick’s proposed ban underscores the urgency of addressing the mystery surrounding the drones and the potential risks they pose to security and privacy.
