The CIA is reportedly urging the White House to back a major expansion of armed drones used for attacks overseas. The Washington Post reports the CIA has asked for permission to expand its fleet by as many as 10 drones on top of the roughly 35 in its possession. The move would continue the agency’s shift from “intelligence” activities to operating as a full-on paramilitary wing of the U.S. government. If approved, the proposal would expand the CIA’s capability to wage drone attacks in Pakistan and Yemen, while also allowing it to shift focus to North Africa and other areas. Despite concerns of the CIA’s involvement in military operations, the Pentagon reportedly has yet to raise any formal objections.