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Coast Guard to Test Lockheed Microwave Weapon Against Traffickers

5/19/2026

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The Federal Register announced a research agreement to develop a compact high-power microwave system for Coast Guard boats.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is advancing the project with Lockheed Martin because the firm already produces a high-power microwave (HPM) effector.
The system will damage the electronics of vessels suspected of drug or human trafficking.
The notice invites other companies to propose similar devices as the administration explores advanced maritime technologies.

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The Federal Register announced a research agreement to develop a compact high-power microwave system for Coast Guard boats.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is advancing the project with Lockheed Martin because the firm already produces a high-power microwave (HPM) effector.
The system will damage the electronics of vessels suspected of drug or human trafficking.
The notice invites other companies to propose similar devices as the administration explores advanced maritime technologies.