U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Francis L. Donovan, commander of U.S. Southern Command, talks to flight crew during a flight to Aeronaval Base Cristóbal Colón, March 31, 2026. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Trey Woodard) Southcom creates new Autonomous Warfare Command to build up its drone prowess A spokesperson for Southcom said the new SAWC will “employ autonomous, semi-autonomous, and unmanned platforms.” 15 minutes ago By Brandi Vincent