The U.S. military is currently monitoring a small, high-altitude balloon as it travels across the nation. The balloon initially spotted over the Western U.S., has been declared non-threatening to national security. What Happened: The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) confirmed the detection of the balloon, which is floating at an altitude between 43,000 and 45,000 feet. Aircraft were dispatched to investigate the object due to initial concerns, reported CBS News. “NORAD fighters intercepted the balloon over Utah, determining it was non-maneuverable and did not pose a threat to n…