The U.S. Army decided to phase out a new drone battalion that had been set up earlier this year to help the U.S. catch up in drone use. The shutdown decision came amid internal tension involving top Army officials, including two who were fired or forced into early retirement.
WHO:U.S. Army
WHAT:Phasing out a new drone battalion created earlier this year
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 7:48 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The battalion was shut down as part of the Army’s decision to phase it out amid internal tension involving top officials.
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