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Jul 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Hegseth creates autonomy czar for most drone efforts
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An internal memo says a new role will manage nearly all ground, small air, and most sea drone efforts.
WHO: Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg
WHAT: Creation of an autonomy czar role to manage all ground vehicles, all small air vehicles, and almost all sea vehicles
WHEN: Jul 1, 2026 at 11:17 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The role is set up to manage nearly all ground, small air, and most sea vehicle drone efforts and report to the deputy defense secretary.
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