President Trump stated that the drones seen over New Jersey were authorized by the FAA for research and recreational purposes, causing confusion as to why the FAA did not disclose this information earlier. Law enforcement and officials expressed disappointment with the lack of transparency, while Trump's administration provided clarity on the situation.
Key Points
Drones were authorized by the FAA for research and recreational purposes
Law enforcement and officials were not informed about the authorization
Trump's administration clarified the situation
Residents and officials expressed disappointment and called for transparency
Pros
Authorized by the FAA for research and recreational purposes
No known threat to public safety
Cons
Lack of transparency by the FAA and Biden administration