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Lawmaker doubles down on claim that NJ drones are from Iran By SARAH EWALL-WICE, SENIOR U.S. POLITICAL REPORTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM IN WASHINGTON, DC Published: 19:56, 12 December 2024 | Updated: 19:58, 12 December 2024 e-mail Advertisement A congressman is standing by his bombshell claim that mysterious drones sighted over his state are coming from an 'Iranian mothership' off the east coast. Jeff Van Drew, A New Jersey Republican, repeated his assertion less than one day after the Pentagon said it is not true. He accused the Pentagon of being 'incredibly stupid and incredibly weak' when it comes to addressing the drones. 'I had credible individuals who have high security ratings, and they came to me and again, these are dependable, credible individuals that have security clearance that felt they wanted to clear the air,' Van Drew told Fox News on Thursday. 'They were in essence whistleblowers and said look, they believe there's a real possibility it could be Iran ,' the lawmaker insisted. 'There could be a ship out. Not right on the coast of New Jersey , not right there, but these drones as sighted by the coast guard are coming in and out of the ocean,' he continued. It came one day after Van Drew make the jaw-dropping claim point blank that his sources said Iran had launched a 'mothership' about a month ago where the drones are based, and it's now stationed off the coast. Van Drew argued Thursday the U.S. is not being told the truth and the American public are being treated as 'stupid.' His accusations came in response to the Pentagon, which shot down his initial claim almost immediately Wednesday afternoon. 'There's no Iranian ship off the coast of the United States, and there's no so-called "mothership" launching drones toward the United States,' said Pentagon deputy press secretary Sabrina Singh. She reiterated the Pentagon does not believe the drones are coming from a foreign adversary but also stated they are not U.S. military drones. 'The government claims it's not them. They say it's not them, so who is it?' Van Drew asked Thursday. The GOP lawmaker claimed the drones are not the 'backyard drones' of a hobbyist and more sophisticated than those commercially available. He said the U.S. needs some real answers, but when asked to respond directly to the Pentagon rejecting his Iran claim, Van Drew expanded his accusations. 'These drones very well could be launched from a ship,' he insisted. 'It could be hundreds of miles out at sea. These types of drones go much greater distances.' 'So there is a real possibility. Could it be China? Absolutely. Could it be something else? It sure could,' he said. Van Drew said 'they don't know what it is, what it's about. They haven't taken one down to analyze it.' He said even if officials give more information, it's 'a month too late.' But the Pentagon was not the only one to dismiss the lawmaker's 'mothership' claims. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy also slammed Van Drew's original comments about the drones coming from Iran as a 'wild assertation.' He noted the FBI said there was zero evidence to support Van Drew's original claim. 'I'm not sure what he's been watching lately, but he might want to watch the news,' Murphy responded in a radio interview with WNYC. He has been in contact with the White House over the situation. The governor said he understands people are frustrated and called it a top priority. The FBI and local and state officials have been investigating the mysterious drone sightings that witnesses have spotted on numerous occasions. Residents have noted the unexplained cluster of 'drones' and a possible fixed wing aircraft for several weeks which have sparked concerns as they have been seen flying over sensitive locations, such as military instillations. A top FBI official told House lawmakers on Tuesday that they still do not know where the drones are coming from or who is responsible for them. But he did note some of the drones are believed to be bigger than those commercially available. Want more stories like this from the Daily Mail? Visit our profile page and hit the follow button above for more of the news you need. Pentagon Fox News New Jersey Politics Share or comment on this article: Lawmaker doubles down on claim that NJ drones are from Iran e-mail
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American University to Welcome Recent Graduate Sean Astin, SPA/MPAP '24, as Commencement Speaker for Fall CommencementIt’s never ideal to be cut by a professional sports team, but it might be the break that Izzy Abanikanda needed. The New York Jets released Abanikanda — a 5-foot-10, 215-pound running back from Brooklyn, N.Y. — from the active roster Monday afternoon, clearing the way for fellow running back Kene Nwangwu. It’s a tough break for Abanikanda, but there’s a chance he can now land in a better situation — as he was sitting behind Breece Hall and Braelon Allen in New York. And if he isn’t claimed, he’s a prime practice squad candidate. We have signed RB Kene Nwangwu to the active roster from the practice squad. Additionally, we have released Israel Abanikanda. — New York Jets (@nyjets) December 2, 2024 Abanikanda hasn’t played in a game yet this season, but he recorded 22 carries for 70 yards and seven receptions for 43 yards as a rookie last season. The Jets selected Abanikanda in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Abanikanda was an All-ACC, All-American running back at Pitt in 2022, serving as perhaps the best all-purpose weapon in college football, finishing fourth in all-purpose yards (1,805 yards) and second in all-purpose yards per game (164 yards) in college football last season. And he led the nation in total touchdowns (21). He rushed for 1,431 yards and 20 touchdowns, averaging six yards per attempt and added 146 receiving yards and 228 kickoff return yards. It was a campaign with few historical rivals. It ranks as the eighth-best single-season effort in Pitt history, and his 320 yards and six touchdowns against Virginia Tech broke and tied, respectively, single-game program records. In his Pitt career, Abanikanda rushed 390 times for 2,177 yards and 28 touchdowns, caught 38 passes for 354 yards and three touchdowns and returned 19 kickoffs for 434 yards and a touchdown. His 28 career touchdowns also rank eighth in team history, while he’s just one of four Pitt players to rush for at least 20 touchdowns in a single season. It’s a tough situation for Izzy Abanikanda, but he’s a young, talented runner who has impressed in his opportunities in preseason. He should land on his feet somewhere. This article first appeared on Pittsburgh Sports Now and was syndicated with permission.Special counsel asks judge to dismiss subversion case against Trump
Michael Cole , who played Pete Cochran, one of the three hip young cops on “ The Mod Squad ,” died Tuesday. He was 84. Cole’s reps said he died “peacefully this morning, surrounded by loved ones, after living a full and vibrant life.” Born on July 3, 1940, in Madison, Wisc., Cole guested on shows like “Gunsmoke” before breaking through on “The Mod Squad.” The series aired from 1968 to 1973, co-starring Peggy Lipton and Clarence Williams III. Cole’s character Pete Cochran had been a troubled youth who found redemption through his work on the squad, and the show often tackled contemporary social issues. After “The Mod Squad,” Cole continued to work on shows including “Murder, She Wrote,” “Fantasy Island” and “The Love Boat” and in movies like “Grave Misconduct.” His memoir was called “I Played the White Guy,” and offered a candid and heartfelt account of his experiences in Hollywood. He is survived by his wife Shelley and his children.Are seed oils actually bad for you?