944 America Under Attack? Texas Airspace Closed After Military Shoots Down Amid Showdown

27 Feb 2026The US military shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone near El Paso, Texas, using a high-energy laser, raising concerns about coordination and control in American airspace. This incident, the second laser-related airspace scare in two weeks, highlights the growing drone threat along the southern border and the need for improved training and coordination between agencies. Lawmakers are concerned about systemic dysfunction and the potential for similar incidents as drone numbers surge.