Personal Firearm Carry on Military Installations
Where Things Stand
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a memo lifting the ban on service members carrying personal firearms on U.S. military bases. This policy allows troops to request permission to carry their own weapons for personal protection, including concealed carry, while on base. This change is an executive action from the Department of Defense and does not require a vote from Congress to take effect.
Key Statements
“Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a policy change allowing service members to request permission to carry personal firearms on military installations, including concealed carry.”
This confirms the specific types of carry permitted under the new Department of Defense policy.
“Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issues a memo lifting the ban on service members carrying personal firearms on U.S. military bases for personal protection.”
This article provides the primary evidence for the policy change regarding base security rules.
News
Hegseth says he will let troops take personal firearms onto military bases
Pete Hegseth signs memo opening door for troops to carry personal firearms on bases
Hegseth allows troops to carry personal firearms while on base
Hegseth lifts ban on service members carrying personal firearms on base
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