U.S. Army phases out new drone battalion, despite being far behind in drone race

The U.S. Army has decided to phase out a newly established drone battalion that was created earlier this year. The unit was originally intended to help the United States catch up in the utilization of crucial drone technology.

The decision to dismantle the battalion occurred amid internal tensions among top Army leadership. These tensions involved at least two senior officials who were either fired or forced into early retirement.