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Defense Secretary Hegseth will allow U.S. troops to carry personal firearms on military bases, reversing decades of Pentagon policy.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he will allow service members to carry personal firearms on military bases, reversing a longstanding Pentagon policy that has generally prohibited troops from possessing weapons on base except in official military duties. The current ban stems from security protocols implemented decades ago, designed to prevent unauthorized weapons and reduce risks of accidents or incidents involving armed personnel in close quarters. Hegseth's move represents a significant shift in how the military manages base security and reflects the Trump administration's approach to Second Amendment rights within the armed forces. The policy change could affect operational procedures at thousands of military installations worldwide and may require coordination with military law enforcement and base commanders. The decision aligns with broader Trump administration efforts to expand firearm access and deregulation across federal agencies.
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