New York Governor Kathy Hochul has expressed concerns about the vulnerability of major upcoming sporting events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Olympics, to drone attacks. She has urged the federal government, led by President Donald Trump, to enhance security measures, warning that current protections are inadequate. Congressional representatives, including Rep. Carlos and Rep. Eli Crane, have highlighted the growing threat posed by increasingly sophisticated and widely available drone technology, emphasizing the need for proactive countermeasures to prevent potential attacks on stadiums and other critical infrastructure. During a House hearing, experts stressed the urgency of developing integrated airspace management systems and expanding legal authority to counter drone threats, with comparisons made to the unforeseen nature of the 9/11 attacks. In response to these concerns, the Pentagon has introduced new defensive and offensive drone technologies. This includes the unveiling of the LUCAS, a low-cost U.S. kamikaze drone designed to rival Iran's Shahed-136, with an estimated cost of $30,000 to $40,000 per unit. Additionally, the U.S. Army has signed a $26 million contract with Danish firm MyDefence to provide nearly 500 ultra-lightweight counter-drone kits intended for frontline troops. The Pentagon is also reorganizing its military strategy to better address the escalating drone threat, equipping forces with wearable anti-drone technology capable of detecting and jamming hostile drones without disrupting other systems.