Suspected cartel drone traffic down 75 percent due to Army lasers: CBP sources
Summary
The U.S. military started using high-energy laser technology in August 2025. Since then, about 100 drones believed to be controlled by drug cartels have been destroyed, reducing suspected cartel drone activity by 75 percent.Key Facts
- The military got high-energy laser technology in 2025.
- The lasers began being used in August 2025.
- Around 100 drones have been shot down using this laser tech.
- These drones are suspected to be controlled by drug cartels.
- The drone traffic related to cartels has dropped by 75 percent.
- The source of this information is Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
- The lasers are used to help stop illegal drug trafficking across the U.S. border.
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