Schumer requests 360-degree radar system for NY, NJ to detect drones

"Our local people who have questions about these drones should not have to shake an eight ball to get an answer," Schumer said, holding up a magic eight ball toy in one hand and an image of a drone in another. 

"They want real answers, and the Robin can supply those answers, and that's why we want them here," Schumer said, likely referencing the Dutch company Robin Radar Systems, which produces such systems.

Fox News Digital reached out to DHS, Hochul's office, and Schumer's office for comment. 

"DHS responds to Congressional inquiries directly via official channels, and the Department will continue to respond appropriately to Congressional oversight," a DHS spokesperson said in an emailed statement.

He said "we know of no foreign involvement" related to "the sightings in the north-east." 

"Mystery Drone sightings all over the Country. Can this really be happening without our government's knowledge. I don't think so!" President-elect Donald Trump declared last week in a post on Truth Social. "Let the public know, and now. Otherwise, shoot them down!!!"