UFOs at the border could be sophisticated cartel drones, says former Trump ICE director

Published: Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:47 am

Are UFOs at the Border Really Just High-Tech Cartel Drones? Former ICE Director Weighs In

Unidentified flying objects (UFOs) spotted along the U.S.-Mexico border have sparked speculation for years. Now, a former Trump administration official is offering a grounded explanation: these could be sophisticated drones deployed by drug cartels.

Ron Vitiello, a former acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and a senior advisor for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, believes the cartels' access to unlimited funding allows them to utilize cutting-edge drone technology. He suggests these advanced machines are used for surveillance of government agents and to facilitate drug trafficking.

Vitiello's perspective comes after reviewing videos of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) collected by former Border Patrol employees, including whistleblower Bob Thompson, across Arizona. These videos, featured in the special report "Hunting UFOs: The Desert Sky Mystery," have fueled debate about the origin of these unexplained objects. While some speculate about extraterrestrial origins, Vitiello points to the cartels' history of innovation in aerial technology as a more plausible explanation. He emphasizes the cartels' business model of constant iteration and innovation to maintain their illicit operations.

This isn't the first time the potential use of advanced technology by cartels has been raised. The border region is known for its complex security challenges, and cartels are constantly seeking ways to outmaneuver law enforcement. Vitiello's assessment highlights the ongoing struggle to combat organized crime and the need for vigilance in the face of evolving threats.

BNN's Perspective: While the possibility of extraterrestrial encounters is always intriguing, Vitiello's explanation offers a pragmatic and realistic perspective. The cartels' known history of technological adaptation and their vast resources make this a credible hypothesis. It underscores the importance of focusing on the immediate threat of organized crime while remaining open to all possibilities.

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