Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says

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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says

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In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.

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  • • The Army used high-energy lasers to down 11 drones in ten days.

  • • Drone activity in the Rio Grande Valley dropped by 75% following this deployment.

  • • The technology targets drones linked to cartel and illicit activities.
Context
The military is transitioning from testing directed-energy systems to active border operations. These lasers offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional kinetic missiles for intercepting small drones.

Christian Perspective
The use of advanced technology to secure the border aligns with the biblical mandate to protect the nation and its people. Defeating cartel-linked drones is a necessary step in combating the lawlessness and violence that threatens innocent lives. Order and justice require the decisive application of strength against those who operate outside of God's moral law.

Implications
Securing the border is essential for maintaining the demographic and social integrity of the American nation. Effective defense against cartel technology helps prevent the further erosion of sovereignty caused by mass illegal immigration. This technology supports the preservation of the traditional American way of life against external threats.

Broader Trends
This shift toward high-tech defense reflects a necessary move toward stronger, more decisive leadership in border security. It counters the failures of previous administrations that allowed cartels to operate with impunity. Such measures are vital to reversing the effects of the Great Replacement by securing the nation's physical boundaries.

Takeaway
America First principles demand the full deployment of military resources to secure the southern border. Protecting the nation from cartel incursions is a prerequisite for national survival and stability. We must prioritize the security of our borders to ensure the long-term survival of our people and our heritage.

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