DHS Announces $500 Million Drone Security Program During National Harbor Forum - The BayNet

DHS looks to improve tech, counter-UAS ahead of 2028 Olympics

From data disparities to drone defense, teams across the agency are building a plan to secure the large-scale event.

DHS Announces $500 Million Drone Security Program During National Harbor Forum - The BayNet

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — Federal officials outlined a $500 million drone security grant program during a national security forum in Prince George’s County on Monday, November 9, 2026, as the United States prepares for major international events, including the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics. U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin attended the second […]

DHS Eyes LA28 After a World Cup Screen Showed One Drone as Three

DHS officials say 2028 Olympics drone defense planning has begun. A CBP adviser says a World Cup command center showed one drone as three detections.

White House Puts Drone Security at the Top of Its Agenda

National Security Council official Sebastian Gorka calls for faster action, expanded training, and a greater role for local law enforcement. The White House is making drone and counter-drone security a major national priority, with an emphasis on expanding state and local capabilities and accelerating American drone technology development. That was the message from Dr. Sebastian […]