The Pentagon has announced that it has found no evidence to suggest that the mysterious drones spotted flying over New Jersey and other parts of the northeast US in recent weeks are of foreign or US military origin. The statement comes after a Congressional hearing on Tuesday, where lawmakers expressed frustration over the lack of information and response to the drone incursions.

During the hearing, the FBI revealed that it has received over 3,000 reports of drone sightings from the public and is working with state and local authorities to investigate the situation. However, the FBI's budget for counter-drone activity is a meager $500,000, raising concerns about the agency's ability to effectively address the issue.

The drone sightings have been a cause for concern, particularly after a ban was imposed on drone flights in parts of New Jersey in November following reports of drones flying over the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster and the Picatinny Arsenal military research and manufacturing facility. The incidents have also raised questions about the potential security risks posed by the increasing use of drones in the US.

In a press briefing on Wednesday, Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh stated that the drones were not likely to be from a foreign adversary and that the initial assessment indicates they are not coming from a foreign entity or adversary. Singh also ruled out the possibility that the drones were US military drones, but did not provide any further information on their origin or purpose.

Singh also dismissed a theory raised by Rep. Jefferson Van Drew (R-NJ) that the drones were being launched by an Iranian "mothership" off the coast of the US, stating that there is no truth to the claim and no Iranian ship off the coast of the US.

The investigation into the drone sightings is ongoing, and the Pentagon is working to determine who is behind the drones and what their purpose is. Theories about the drones' origin and purpose have ranged from them being part of a secret military program to UAPs (UFOs), which the Pentagon is now required to regularly investigate.

The incident has highlighted concerns about the lack of regulation and oversight in the drone industry, as well as the potential security risks posed by the increasing use of drones in the US. As the investigation continues, lawmakers and citizens alike are waiting for answers about the mysterious drones and their operators.

In the meantime, the incident serves as a reminder of the need for greater transparency and accountability in the use of drone technology, particularly in the context of national security and surveillance. As the use of drones becomes increasingly widespread, it is essential that policymakers and regulators take steps to ensure that their use is safe, responsible, and respectful of individual privacy.