The Headlines Anti-Drone Laser Is Said to Have Caused El Paso Airport Chaos, and Bondi Refuses to Apologize to Epstein Victims
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Feb 12, 2026 A military anti-drone laser may have forced an airport closure after striking what turned out to be a party balloon. Lawmakers spar over handling of sensitive victim files and a refusal to apologize draws outrage. Congress moves to repeal a high-profile tariff. New fertility tech could find hidden eggs. The ultra-rich are reshaping luxury travel with extreme services.
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Anti-Drone Laser Caused Shutdown
- The FAA grounded El Paso airspace after Border Patrol used a Pentagon anti-drone laser without sufficient coordination.
- The targeted object was later identified as a party balloon, highlighting risks of deploying military tech domestically.
Domestic Use Raises Safety Concerns
- Military-grade counter-drone systems like lasers and microwave zappers are designed for war zones.
- Using them domestically raises collateral damage risks amid dense commercial air traffic.
Bondi's Confrontation Over Epstein Files
- Attorney General Pam Bondi faced heated questioning about DOJ handling of Epstein files on Capitol Hill.
- Bondi refused to apologize to victims and defended her record as a prosecutor.