Unidentified drones were spotted over Fort McNair in Washington, D.C., home to senior U.S. officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Unidentified drones were detected flying over a high‑security US Army base in Washington, D.C., prompting heightened security measures and urgent discussions among senior officials, according to multiple US media reports. The incident has sparked concern because the base houses residences used by top U.S. national security leaders. It is home to senior military figures as well as the National Defence University, making it a critical part of the country’s defence infrastructure. Broader Security ContextThe drone sightings come at a time of heightened US alertness due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Source: dna March 19, 2026 06:58 UTC