Biden WH spin balloon deflates

Pentagon refuses to identify the “senior defense official” who misled reporters about the 3 China balloon intrusions under Trump.

A spokesperson won’t disclose because briefing was on background. Also won’t say if the official is a political appointee. https://t.co/T3nlriSSHC

— Chuck Ross (@ChuckRossDC) February 6, 2023

NEW: Unidentified balloons flew in several places including near Norfolk and Coronado—at lower altitude than this year’s & over ocean, per officials who served during Trump admin. Assessment at time suspected China but wasn’t definitive. Not elevated to WHhttps://t.co/oxcUXzQGPW

— Jennifer Jacobs (@JenniferJJacobs) February 6, 2023

Gen. Glen VanHerck, head of NORAD, takes questions on Chinese spy balloon. Was asked about previous balloons administration says crossed US in Trump years. Has very little to say. Then asked: If you didn't know about them then, how do you know now? Has even less to say. pic.twitter.com/fA4Ri2Q1Up

— Byron York (@ByronYork) February 6, 2023