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Pete Hegseth: “We made sure that they're able to protect themselves by…”

Featuring: Pete Hegseth, Secretary of Defense | National

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Published | Video Starts at 11:08

I've been a part of walking blocks and presence patrols. I know exactly what they can do. I know exactly what they can't do. We made sure that they're able to protect themselves by carrying weapons in Washington, D.C. which is not controversial. It's common sense. I always wanted that ability when I wasn't able to be armed. So I. It is pretty unique myself. (11:08–11:13)

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Asserts that National Guard members in Washington, D.C. are allowed to carry weapons for protection.

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