Balloons & National Security: Unpacking Recent Incidents

This chapter explores the implications of a recent balloon incident in the context of signals intelligence and military strategy. It delves into the U.S. government's tracking capabilities and past occurrences of unidentified aerial phenomena, particularly emphasizing a Chinese balloon that entered American airspace. The discussion raises concerns about foreign surveillance and reflects on the evolving threat landscape while considering various hypotheses regarding these enigmatic sightings.