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US Military Tests Counter-Drone Tech At Southern Border

May 24, 2026

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Key Takeaways

US military tests counter-drone tech at southern border.
Cartel surveillance flights threaten troops and law enforcement.
Gen. Gregory Guillot calls the border a 'sandbox' for testing.
Hundreds of systems are operating along the border.

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Strategic Implications

The US military's use of the southern border as a testing ground for counter-drone technology may indicate a shift in focus towards asymmetric threats. This could suggest a growing concern about the proliferation of inexpensive drone technologies among criminal organizations, which may pose a significant challenge to US forces.

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What Happened

Cartel Surveillance Flights Prompt New Defense Strategies

The US military is using the southern border as a testing ground for counter-drone technology amid increasing cartel surveillance flights. According to Gen. Gregory Guillot, the commander of US Northern Command, the border presents a unique challenge for the military, with cartels flying drones over troops and federal law enforcement officials. The military is testing hundreds of systems along the border to identify effective counter-drone technologies. This development was first reported by Business Insider.

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