Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operations and Casualties during President Trump's Administration (USPACOM - US Pacific Command)
| Tracking # |
2023-F-068 |
| Multi Request | Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operations and Casualties during President Trump's Administration |
| Submitted | April 15, 2023 |
| Due | May 12, 2023 |
| Est. Completion | None |
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From: Jordan Lassiter
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:
Related to the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones during President Trump’s administration in Yemen, Somalia, Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Please note that this is a multi-agency request, and I am also seeking interagency documents pertaining to the matter.
Specifically, I am seeking:
Drone readiness documents, including but not limited to: mission plans, flight logs, and maintenance records.
Inspection records, including but not limited to: pre-flight inspections, post-flight inspections, and accident reports.
Information on drone operations, including but not limited to: the number of drones in operation, the types of missions they were used for, and the duration of the missions.
Casualties, including but not limited to: the number of people killed or injured by drone strikes, and any collateral damage caused by the strikes.
Any other documents or records related to the use of drones in the aforementioned countries during President Trump’s administration, including interagency communications, agreements, or collaborations.
Please note that I am seeking access to both classified and unclassified materials. If any of the requested materials are classified, I request that they be reviewed for declassification.
I would like to bring to your attention several cases that have set important precedents for FOIA requests:
National Security Archive v. CIA, No. 1:15-cv-00224 (D.D.C. 2015): This case held that the CIA could not withhold drone-related documents solely based on a "Glomar" response.
New York Times Co. v. Department of Justice, No. 13-422 (2d Cir. 2014): This case held that the Department of Justice could not withhold a legal memorandum addressing the scope of the authority to conduct targeted killings of U.S. citizens abroad using drones.
Given these legal precedents, I kindly request that you do not withhold, redact, or delete any responsive records without proper justification under FOIA exemptions. In the event that certain records or parts thereof are withheld, please provide a detailed explanation for each instance of withholding, including reference to the specific exemption(s) claimed.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Jordan Lassiter
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
Dear Jordan,
Attached is our acknowledgement or response to your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. If you have questions concerning any aspect of your request, you may contact the INDOPACOM FOIA office by email at pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> or by phone at 1-808-477-7774. The hours of operation are 0700-1500 Hawaii Standard Time (HST), Monday through Friday excluding Federal Holidays.
Sincerely,
Ms. Pamela G. Best
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Specialist
HQ, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, J06
Camp Smith, HI
pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> INDOPACOM FOIA Mailbox
808.477.7774 FOIA Desk
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
Good afternoon,
Attached is a follow-up to our Acknowledgement letter sent on May 12, 2023.
If you have any questions, we can be reached at pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> or (808) 477-7774. Our hours are 0700-1500 (HST), Monday - Friday except Federal Holidays.
Thank you,
Ms. Best
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
Good Afternoon,
Attached is a follow-up to our Acknowledgement letter sent on May 12, 2023 and
Follow-Up letter sent on July 19, 2023.
If you have any questions, we can be reached at
<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil.
V/r,
Geo
Geovanny A. Rojas
LTC, USA | Deputy Staff Judge Advocate
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
NIPR: geovanny.a.rojas@pacom.mil
SIPR: geovanny.rojas@pacom.smil.mil
COMM: 808-477-7454
CELL: 703-624-0218
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
Good Afternoon,
Attached is a follow-up update to our Acknowledgement letter sent on May 15, 2023, Update letter sent on July 19, 2023, and Update letter sent on August 22, 2023.
If you have any questions, we can be reached at <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil.
Sincerely,
Geovanny A. Rojas
FOIA Clerk, USINDOPACOM
<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil INDOPACOM FOIA Mailbox
CAUTION: The information contained in this email and any accompanying attachments may contain Freedom of Information Act protected information, including attorney-client or attorney work product privileged information. This information may not be released outside of the Department of Defense without prior authorization from the Freedom of Information Act Office (J06 FOIA), United States Indo-Pacific Command. If you are not the intended recipient of this information, any disclosure, copying, distribution, or the taking of any action in reliance on this information is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately by return email (see 5 U.S.C. § 552).
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
Thank you for contacting the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Office.
NOTICE: We are experiencing resouce shortages and will process your request as quickly as possible. We ask for your patience during this unusual circumstance.
Please be advised - all requests are processed on a FIRST-IN FIRST-OUT basis.
If you would like to submit a FOIA request, please do so electronically using the U.S. Department of Justice National FOIA Portal (https://www.foia.gov/ <https://usg01.safelinks.protection.office365.us/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.foia.gov%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cmajesta.m.gregory.mil%40us.navy.mil%7C1922c767afa543b56aa908dbd64c82ec%7Ce3333e00c8774b87b6ad45e942de1750%7C0%7C0%7C638339396319807611%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=38sWPXLDGVz0HkmUcVzrhJhH98HKRylZtFid5Gw6lfY%3D&reserved=0> ). Select the 'Start your request' option, then select an agency from the “Index of government agencies A to Z,” from the first dropdown select "D,” and from the second dropdown select “Department of Defense,” and from the third dropdown select “U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.” Finally, to begin your request select “Start FOIA Request” located on the right side of the webpage.
Any questions, please contact the USINDOPACOM FOIA Office at PACOM.FOIA.FCT@pacom.mil <mailto:PACOM.FOIA.FCT@pacom.mil> .
This inbox is intended for the sole purpose of the FOIA. All other message types and solicitations are automatically deleted.
Sincerely,
Majesta M. Gregory
FOIA Clerk, USINDOPACOM
<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil INDOPACOM FOIA Mailbox
CAUTION: The information contained in this email and any accompanying attachments may contain Freedom of Information Act protected information, including attorney-client or attorney work product privileged information. This information may not be released outside of the Department of Defense without prior authorization from the Freedom of Information Act Office (J06 FOIA), United States Indo-Pacific Command. If you are not the intended recipient of this information, any disclosure, copying, distribution, or the taking of any action in reliance on this information is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately by return email (see 5 U.S.C. § 552).
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
Good morning,
Your request is in our queue and will be processed in the order it was received. We will provide you with a more substantive response once we conduct a thorough assessment of your request. The actual processing time of your request will depend on its complexity, sensitivity, volume, and/or the need for consultation with other components/agencies. Any fees associated with researching and responding to your request may be assessed in accordance with DD Form 2086.
If you have questions concerning any aspect of your request, you may contact the INDOPACOM FOIA office by email at <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil.
Sincerely,
Majesta M. Gregory
FOIA Clerk, USINDOPACOM
<mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil INDOPACOM FOIA Mailbox
CAUTION: The information contained in this email and any accompanying attachments may contain Freedom of Information Act protected information, including attorney-client or attorney work product privileged information. This information may not be released outside of the Department of Defense without prior authorization from the Freedom of Information Act Office (J06 FOIA), United States Indo-Pacific Command. If you are not the intended recipient of this information, any disclosure, copying, distribution, or the taking of any action in reliance on this information is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately by return email (see 5 U.S.C. § 552).
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
January 31, 2024:
Re: Freedom of Information Act Request #2023-F-068
Aloha,
Your request is in our queue and will be processed in the order it was received.
As stated in our Acknowledgement Letter – all requests are processed on a ‘First in, First out’ basis.
If you have questions concerning any aspect of your request, you may contact the INDOPACOM FOIA office by email at pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> .
Very respectfully,
Rose Greco
Freedom of Information Act Program Manager
Building 20, Room 315
Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii 96861
Telephone: (808) 477-0995
DSN: 315-477-0995
NIPR Email: rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil <mailto:rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil>
SIPR Email: rose.k.greco@pacom.smil.mil
USINDOPACOM FOIA MAILBOX: <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil
This email and all attachments may contain personal information covered by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974. Please ensure this information is protected from unauthorized access and/or disclosure. This email is intended only for the addressee(s) named above and may contain information protected from disclosure by the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and/or the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. Reviewing, copying, distributing, or otherwise disseminating this message or its attachments is strictly prohibited without the express permission of the sender. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this email, and delete the original message from your computer.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
January 31, 2024:
Re: Freedom of Information Act Request #2023-F-068
Aloha,
Your request is in our queue and will be processed in the order it was received.
As stated in our Acknowledgement Letter – all requests are processed on a ‘First in, First out’ basis.
If you have questions concerning any aspect of your request, you may contact the INDOPACOM FOIA office by email at pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> .
Very respectfully,
Rose Greco
Freedom of Information Act Program Manager
Building 20, Room 315
Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii 96861
Telephone: (808) 477-0995
DSN: 315-477-0995
NIPR Email: rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil <mailto:rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil>
SIPR Email: rose.k.greco@pacom.smil.mil
USINDOPACOM FOIA MAILBOX: <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil
This email and all attachments may contain personal information covered by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974. Please ensure this information is protected from unauthorized access and/or disclosure. This email is intended only for the addressee(s) named above and may contain information protected from disclosure by the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and/or the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. Reviewing, copying, distributing, or otherwise disseminating this message or its attachments is strictly prohibited without the express permission of the sender. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this email, and delete the original message from your computer.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #2023-F-068.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
March 5, 2024:
Re: Freedom of Information Act Request #2023-F-068
Aloha,
Your request is in our queue and will be processed in the order it was received.
As stated in our Acknowledgement Letter – all requests are processed on a ‘First in, First out’ basis. We are currently processing all requests from 2021.
If you have questions concerning any aspect of your request, you may contact the INDOPACOM FOIA office by email at pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> .
Very respectfully,
Rose Greco
Freedom of Information Act Program Manager
Building 20, Room 315
Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii 96861
Telephone: (808) 477-0995
DSN: 315-477-0995
NIPR Email: rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil <mailto:rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil>
SIPR Email: rose.k.greco@pacom.smil.mil <mailto:rose.k.greco@pacom.smil.mil>
USINDOPACOM FOIA MAILBOX: pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil>
This email and all attachments may contain personal information covered by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974. Please ensure this information is protected from unauthorized access and/or disclosure. This email is intended only for the addressee(s) named above and may contain information protected from disclosure by the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and/or the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. Reviewing, copying, distributing, or otherwise disseminating this message or its attachments is strictly prohibited without the express permission of the sender. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this email, and delete the original message from your computer.
Very respectfully,
Rose Greco
Freedom of Information Act Program Manager
Building 20, Room 315
Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii 96861
Telephone: (808) 477-0995
DSN: 315-477-0995
NIPR Email: rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil <mailto:rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil>
SIPR Email: rose.greco@pacom.smil.mil <mailto:rose.greco@pacom.smil.mil>
JWICS: Rose.K.Greco2@coe.ic.gov <mailto:Rose.K.Greco2@coe.ic.gov>
USINDOPACOM FOIA Mailbox: <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil
This email and all attachments may contain personal information covered by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974. Please ensure this information is protected from unauthorized access and/or disclosure. This email is intended only for the addressee(s) named above and may contain information protected from disclosure by the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and/or the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. Reviewing, copying, distributing, or otherwise disseminating this message or its attachments is strictly prohibited without the express permission of the sender. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this email, and delete the original message from your computer.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 17, 2023. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #2023-F-068.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: USPACOM - US Pacific Command
On April 10, 2024:
Subject: RE: [Non-DoD Source] RE: Freedom of Information Act Request #2023-F-068
Re: Freedom of Information Act Request #2023-F-068
Aloha,
Your request is in our queue and will be processed in the order it was received.
As stated in our Acknowledgement Letter – all requests are processed on a ‘First in, First out’ basis. We are currently processing all requests from 2021.
Very respectfully,
Rose Greco
Freedom of Information Act Program Manager
Building 20, Room 315
Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii 96861
Telephone: (808) 477-0995
DSN: 315-477-0995
NIPR Email: rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil <mailto:rose.k.greco.civ@us.navy.mil>
SIPR Email: rose.greco@pacom.smil.mil <mailto:rose.greco@pacom.smil.mil>
JWICS: Rose.K.Greco2@coe.ic.gov <mailto:Rose.K.Greco2@coe.ic.gov>
USINDOPACOM FOIA Mailbox: <mailto:pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil> pacom.foia.fct@pacom.mil
This email and all attachments may contain personal information covered by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974. Please ensure this information is protected from unauthorized access and/or disclosure. This email is intended only for the addressee(s) named above and may contain information protected from disclosure by the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and/or the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. Reviewing, copying, distributing, or otherwise disseminating this message or its attachments is strictly prohibited without the express permission of the sender. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this email, and delete the original message from your computer.
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