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Pentagon Approves DHS Testing of Heat Ray Weapon for Border Use
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What Happened?
The Pentagon has authorized the Department of Homeland Security to test the Active Denial System, a military heat ray, for potential use along the southern US border. This decision follows a memo signed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Key points
- The Active Denial System (ADS) fires an invisible beam causing a burning sensation.
- The Pentagon's memo allows a temporary loan of one ADS unit for seven months.
- DHS is solely responsible for the weapon's use and tactics.
- There have been discussions about using ADS to manage crowds at the US-Mexico border.
- The system was also considered for domestic use during civil unrest.
Key insights
- The use of ADS at the border could set a precedent for military technology in domestic law enforcement.
- DHS's responsibility for the weapon may raise concerns about accountability and oversight.
- The decision reflects ongoing debates about the militarization of border security.
Why it matters
This development could impact border security strategies and the use of non-lethal weapons in crowd control.
Entities
Pentagon· OrganizationDepartment of Homeland Security· OrganizationActive Denial System· TechnologyUS-Mexico border· Location
Source
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