Keeping the Skies Safe: U. S. Takes Action Against Drone Threats

The U. S. is making a big move to keep things safe in the sky. They're spending $115 million to stop drones from causing trouble during the FIFA World Cup and the country's 250th anniversary celebrations. This is a big deal because more and more people are worried about drones being used in bad ways. Drones have shown they can be dangerous, especially after what happened in Ukraine. Airports in Europe and the U. S. have had some scary moments with drones lately. So, the U. S. is stepping up to make sure their airspace stays safe. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is leading the charge. They're looking at all kinds of cool tech to stop drones, like tracking software, lasers, microwaves, and even machine guns that work on their own. But they haven't said exactly what they'll use for the World Cup.This isn't the first time they've spent money on this. Just a few weeks ago, they gave $250 million to 11 states hosting World Cup matches to help them get ready for drone threats. And last summer, New York's governor asked for more help from the federal government to deal with this issue. So, why is this important? Well, the World Cup is a huge event. Over a million people are expected to visit, and billions more will be watching from home. The U. S. wants to make sure everyone stays safe, both in the stadiums and in the air. But it's not just about the World Cup. The U. S. is also thinking about the long term. They want to make sure their borders and the rest of the country stay safe from drone threats. It's a big job, but someone has to do it.