Since May 2026, the U.S. Coast Guard has deployed six surveillance drones across the Great Lakes. The purpose of this deployment is to monitor and prevent the flow of drugs and illegal border crossings from Canada. However, reports indicate that there is minimal illegal activity occurring along the northern border. The use of these drones has also raised concerns regarding privacy among residents and advocacy groups.
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Coast Guard Deploys Surveillance Drones in the Great Lakes
The U.S. Coast Guard has been operating six surveillance drones in the Great Lakes since May 2026 to address drug trafficking and illegal border crossings from Canada. Despite the low levels of illegal activity in the area, the drone operations have sparked privacy concerns.
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