The Night the Government Closed the Skies Over El Paso
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A high-energy laser weapon and inter-agency disputes caused disruptions and hassles in El Paso.
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The government closed the skies over El Paso for a night due to the deployment of a high-energy laser weapon. This action resulted from a power struggle between unnamed federal agencies, causing significant hassles for the city. The incident highlights potential inter-agency conflicts and the disruptive impact of advanced weapon systems on civilian life.
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