Pentagon's Warning on Drone Risk Over U.S. Military Bases

The Pentagon warned about a drone risk over Langley Air Force base in late 2023 due to an oversight in authority to shoot down drones over the U.S. homeland. A bipartisan bill called the COUNTER Act aims to address this, with support from members like Tom Cotton and Kirsten Gillibrand. The bill expands the authority of military bases to engage with drones and delegate authority to combatant commanders in emergency situations.

Chinese-owned GNC Stores on U.S. Military Bases

Sen. Kevin Cramer and Rep. Pat Harrigan introduce bill banning Chinese-owned companies from operating on U.S. military bases, citing concerns about potential intelligence gathering and cyber risks posed by Chinese-owned GNC stores on military bases.

Immigration Detention Facilities on U.S. Military Bases

The Trump administration is considering building immigration detention facilities on U.S. military bases to detain immigrants without legal status, potentially expanding the military's role in immigration enforcement.

Illegal Crossings at Military Bases

Illegal crossings at Laughlin Air Force Base and Marine Corps Base Quantico raise national security concerns. Mexican national and Jordanian nationals breached the bases while being pursued by Border Patrol agents.

Missing Ammunition in Colombian Military Bases

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro revealed that hundreds of thousands of ammunition items went missing from two military bases, potentially ending up in the hands of rebel or criminal groups. Investigations are ongoing to root out internal networks involved in illegal arms trade.

Venezuelan President accuses US of building secret military bases in disputed territory

Venezuelan President Maduro accuses the US of building secret military bases in disputed territory, sparking fears of military conflict. Tensions rise over oil-rich region of Guyana claimed by Caracas.