Second Amendment
War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the end of a 34-year policy designating US military installations as gun-free zones. In a video statement on April 2, 2026, he declared, “That ends today,” and signed a memorandum allowing service members to request permission to carry personal firearms off duty. The change overrides state firearm regulations and presumes such requests are necessary for personal protection.
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The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in United States v. Hemani, challenging a federal law that prohibits unlawful drug users from possessing firearms. Justices from both conservative and liberal sides expressed skepticism about the statute's broad application, particularly to marijuana users. The case stems from a 2022 incident involving Ali Danial Hemani, who was convicted after admitting to frequent marijuana use.