<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2Wd3uA_1H1DUag200" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2Wd3uA_1H1DUag200" width="480" height="320" ><figcaption>Secretary Mullin with examples of the technology on display at the summit. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Department of Homeland Security)</figcaption></figure>NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — Federal officials outlined a $500 million drone security grant program during a national security forum in Prince George’s County on Monday, November 9, 2026, as the United States prepares for major international events, including the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics.U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin attended the second annual Countering the Threat: Drone Security Industry and SLTT Grant Forum at MGM National Harbor, where federal, state, local, tribal, territorial and industry leaders discussed emerging drone threats, available federal resources and security preparations for large-scale events.The forum was hosted by the White House Task Force on the 2028 Summer Olympics and co-hosted by DRONERESPONDERS and the Commercial Drone Alliance.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=17YC0T_1H1DUag200" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=17YC0T_1H1DUag200" width="480" height="320" ><figcaption>Secretary Mullin delivers remarks at the summit. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Department of Homeland Security)</figcaption></figure>“Homeland security includes our skies. Unauthorized drones are a serious and growing threat to public safety, critical infrastructure, and national security,” Mullin said.“DHS is bringing together federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and industry partners around training, technology, information sharing, and lawful response authorities,” Mullin continued. “Our focus is not just one event – it is building a lasting capability that can keep pace with an evolving threat.”A major focus of the forum was the Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program, which provides $500 million over two fiscal years to help communities strengthen their ability to detect, identify, track and respond to unauthorized drones.According to DHS, the first $250 million was awarded in fiscal year 2026 to the 11 states hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and the National Capital Region.The remaining $250 million is available in fiscal year 2027 to all 56 states and territories, with an emphasis on developing long-term drone security capabilities nationwide.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1ZRLxn_1H1DUag200" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1ZRLxn_1H1DUag200" width="480" height="320" ><figcaption>Secretary Mullin meets with attendees at the summit. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Department of Homeland Security)</figcaption></figure>Officials also discussed lessons learned from security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and how those experiences could help strengthen protections ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics.Discussions included emerging drone threats, protecting critical infrastructure, improving information sharing and coordinating responses among federal, state and local agencies.Mullin was joined by Nicholas Forni, deputy executive director of the White House Task Force on the 2028 Summer Olympics, and Dr. Michelle Nordman, senior adviser for the task force.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=359PQd_1H1DUag200" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=359PQd_1H1DUag200" width="480" height="320" ><figcaption>(Photo courtesy of U.S. Department of Homeland Security)</figcaption></figure>DHS Under Secretary for Management Brian Cavanaugh and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Cameron Hamilton also delivered remarks.The department said its efforts are intended to strengthen drone security capabilities beyond individual sporting events, helping communities prepare for future threats to public safety and critical infrastructure.Got a tip or photo? Text us at 888-871-NEWS (6397) or email news@thebaynet.com.Join The BayNet Membership for exclusive perks and zero ads.Don’t miss a story—sign up for our newsletter!</div></body>

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