# Lawmakers Demand Answers on Drone Unit Shutdown | Irvine News

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Published: 2026-09-02T23:53:56+00:00
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Bipartisan lawmakers are sounding the alarm over the Army’s sudden disbandment of a newly formed drone warfare unit in Europe, warning that this move could stall critical progress in modern conflict. The six-month-old unit, part of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, was designed to rapidly deploy drone capabilities and learn from allies like Ukraine — a vital edge in today’s battlefield. Lawmakers demand answers from Army leadership on why the unit was disbanded, who ordered it, and what data informed the decision — especially as recent Pentagon leadership changes, including the ousting of General Randy George and Secretary Dan Driscoll, may have disrupted momentum in unmanned systems development. They urge the Army to preserve its forward momentum in drone warfare despite shifting command. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7675724f009d8f5d Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Irvine News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews

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