The Department of Defense (DoD) clarifies that the majority of drones spotted near military bases are civilian, commercial, or hobbyist drones, not military assets. With over a million registered drones in the U.S. and 8,500 in flight daily, the DoD acknowledges the potential for some to engage in malign activities but stresses that most are benign. The DoD is enhancing detection and tracking capabilities at key installations to address potential threats. They emphasize the importance of working with local, state, and federal authorities to manage drone activities, especially given the legal limitations on intelligence gathering within the U.S. The DoD is also developing strategies to defeat drones if necessary, using both kinetic and non-kinetic means. Despite public concern, the DoD reassures that no drones have been identified as posing a national security risk.