Change of responsibility for 1st Armored Division
The 1st Armored Division held a change of command ceremony. Maj. Calvet Tate, Fort Bliss, Texas, May 1, 2026.
Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into a drone company over its alleged ties to China.
Paxton is investigating drone geeks over its relationship with Anzu Robotics, which Paxton said in a May 5 news release is known to be an affiliate of the Chinese Communist Party. An’s Robotics sold drones in the U.S. “with false security and privacy measures and concealed ties to the Chinese Communist Party,” the news release said.
“These products raise serious concerns, including unauthorized data collection, surveillance capabilities, and potential access by the Chinese government,” Paxton said in a news release.
Paxton originally sued An’s Robotics in February 2026. The lawsuit alleges that the drones are taking detailed photos and videos of Texas homes and infrastructure.
“To consumers in Texas, this drone appears to be a safe, American-made alternative to Chinese-made drones with known security vulnerabilities. However, unbeknownst to consumers, Anzu Robotics’ products are wolves in sheep’s clothing,” the complaint states.
As part of the investigation, Paxton issued a civil investigative request to Drone Geek to determine the scope of the company’s role in “misleading Texas consumers in violation of the Texas False Trade Act.”
“On my watch, the Chinese Communist Party will have no influence in Texas,” Paxton said. “I will thoroughly investigate all potential threats to the privacy and safety of Texans and hold accountable any companies that enable Chinese Communist Party surveillance.”
According to its website, Drone Nerds specializes in supplying high-end drones for a variety of commercial, personal, and recreational needs. The company’s mission statement reads, “To be the most trusted retailer and wholesaler brand for drones, serving domestic and international customers alike and meeting their specific drone technology needs.”
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