America’s enemies are done licking their wounds. They are on the move.
And now Republicans sounded the alarm of an imminent attack against the American homeland.
House Republicans Seek Answers on U.S. Drone Defense Strategy
A group of House Republicans, led by Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio), sent a letter late Thursday to the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), requesting detailed information on countermeasures to protect U.S. military installations, government buildings, embassies, and consulates from drone attacks.
The inquiry reflects growing concerns about the evolving threat of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), particularly in light of recent conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, where coordinated drone strikes have proven highly effective against underprepared defenses.
The lawmakers emphasized the need to adapt to a “new paradigm” of warfare, noting that “large-scale, highly coordinated mass-drone attacks can be highly effective if the defender lacks adequate counter-drone defenses.”
Citing the absence of a major coordinated attack on U.S. soil since 9/11, they stressed the importance of preparing for covert drone threats that could target critical infrastructure, including the U.S. nuclear triad. The letter comes days after a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, which followed escalating drone and missile exchanges, and a DHS warning of a “heightened threat environment” in the U.S. due to the Middle East conflict.
Specific Concerns and Trump’s Golden Dome
The Republicans’ letter, addressed to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, seeks clarity on several fronts.
It asks whether counter-drone technology is integrated into President Trump’s proposed Golden Dome defense system, a $175 billion missile defense shield inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome, designed to counter ballistic, hypersonic, and drone threats.
The lawmakers also inquired about potential risks from drones smuggled into the U.S. due to “the former administration’s open border policies” and whether the DoD and DHS are addressing threats from foreign-owned land near critical sites that could serve as launch points for drone attacks, similar to those seen in Ukraine’s strikes on Russian targets.
The inquiry follows a closed-door briefing scheduled for Friday at 9 a.m., where lawmakers will discuss the Iran situation and its implications for U.S. security.
The Republicans underscored the need for robust defenses, noting that while U.S. global military projection remains strong, domestic vulnerabilities to low-cost, weaponized drones must be addressed urgently.
Fox News Digital has reached out to the Pentagon and DHS for comment, but no responses have been received yet.
Global Context and Domestic Urgency
The letter draws on lessons from Ukraine and the Middle East, where drones have transformed modern warfare.
Ukraine’s use of modified consumer drones and “kamikaze” drones against Russian targets, and Iran’s deployment of Shahed-136 drones, highlight the growing sophistication and accessibility of UAS technology. These conflicts underscore the potential for adversaries to exploit drones for espionage, smuggling, or direct attacks on U.S. assets.
The lawmakers’ call for enhanced counter-drone measures aligns with recent executive actions by President Trump, including a June 6, 2025, order to strengthen airspace sovereignty and prioritize U.S.-made drones, reflecting concerns about foreign-manufactured systems like those from China.
The inquiry signals a broader push to ensure the U.S. is prepared for emerging threats, balancing national security with the safe integration of drone technology.
As the DoD and DHS respond, the answers could shape policies to protect critical infrastructure and address vulnerabilities exposed by global conflicts.
