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Bill aims to phase out Chinese drones in US

Published Thursday, June 25, 2026 · Updated June 26

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  • National Security and Domestic Manufacturing1 source

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A new bill has been proposed in the United States, spearheaded by Republican efforts, with the aim of phasing out Chinese-made drones. This legislative action is driven by national security concerns, including potential spying by the Chinese Communist Party, and seeks to bolster domestic manufacturing. Data from Texas indicates a significant reliance on Chinese drone manufacturer DJI among local law enforcement agencies.

What We Know — Key Points

  • A bill has been proposed in the US aiming to phase out Chinese drones, driven by concerns over national security and potential CCP spying.
  • In Texas, 879 of the 966 drones registered to police and sheriff’s departments in 2024 were produced by DJI.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

National Security and Domestic Manufacturing
  • Fox News

    The article highlights Republican efforts to bolster US national security by reducing reliance on Chinese technology, framing it as a critical move to counter potential CCP spying and enhance domestic manufacturing.

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