Chinese Spy Balloon Will Likely Float Above U.S. For 'A Few Days': DoD

The suspected surveillance balloon from China is expected to remain in American airspace for "a few days," the Department of Defense said.

On Friday, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brigadier General Pat Ryder said that while U.S. officials will continue to monitor the balloon, "We assess that it'll probably be over the United States for a few days."

A Chinese orb found floating over Montana has drawn national concern after officials said it was detected on Thursday. While Beijing has insisted that the object is a research airship used mainly...