Enigmatic aerial objects have been observed hovering above New Jersey, and even days following the initial reports, their source and intent continue to be unclear.

Since the middle of November, local residents have claimed to notice drones in numerous areas, including neighborhoods, military installations, and even Trump’s Bedminster golf course. In spite of inquiries by the FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and Federal Aviation Administration, no definitive explanations have surfaced. The Pentagon has dismissed any military or foreign involvement. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and U.S. Senator Andy Kim have also engaged in the quest for clarity but have found no leads.

Nonetheless, Governor Murphy and law enforcement representatives have reassured the community that the drones do not seem to be a danger to public safety, as reported by the Associated Press. “This evening I met with @NJSP representatives and radar experts at the Regional Operations & Intelligence Center who are monitoring the region for unmanned aircraft systems,” Murphy shared on X (formerly Twitter) Sunday night. “The community deserves straightforward answers — we will continue to urge the federal government for additional information and support.”

The sightings have garnered such significant attention that even the president-elect has expressed his views. “Inform the public, and do it now,” Trump stated. “If not, shoot them down!” His remarks have sparked dialogue among legislators about enforcing stricter regulations on unmanned aircraft. However, many of the reported observations have been identified as stars, airplanes, or other typical airborne activities, like aircraft taking off from New Jersey airports.

For example, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan recently uploaded a video on X asserting that he saw “numerous large drones” above his home in Davidsonville, Maryland. However, the accompanying video evidently depicted the Orion constellation and stars such as Sirius and Procyon, rather than drones.

Regardless of who—or what—is behind these drones, Harry Direen, an electronic and software engineering specialist at DireenTech, informed *USA Today* that the operators are “clearly … not being very discreet.” For the time being, the enigma persists, leaving both officials and the public in search of solutions.