DHS Launches New Office for Drone and Counter-Drone Technologies Ahead of World Cup

The Department of Homeland Security opened a new office Monday to hasten the purchase and rollout of drone and counter-drone systems, which officials argue will allow them to reassert control over U.S. skies, per President Donald Trump’s initiatives for more robust national security. The Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems will steer key investments as drones are increasingly used by criminals, according to the DHS. The office plans to complete a $115 million deal this week for counter-drone tools for security at America250—the 250th anniversary of the country’s independence—as well as the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is expected to be the biggest in the soccer tournament’s history....