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Info on Government Stockpile of Ammo
ILoveCats:
--- Quote from: GreyGeek on March 26, 2013, 12:18:41 PM ---We were.
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Agree! All in good fun.
More than fun, really... GG's expresses his patriotism by posting what he thinks may a political "vulnerability". I express mine by highlighting anything that might be incorrect or fantastical, and that detracts from political or external terror threats I believe to be more likely.
GreyGeek:
--- Quote from: feralcatkillr on March 26, 2013, 05:04:24 PM --- I express mine by highlighting anything that might be incorrect or fantastical,
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And both views are important. No one is right 100% of the time and no one is wrong 100% of the time.
depserv:
I've seen reasonable sounding explanations, including from the NRA, but it still doesn't look good. I've never been one to take much interest in conspiracy theories, but in this case there might be fire under the smoke. I remember when I thought the Bilderberger Group was a wild-eyed conspiracy theory that couldn't possibly be real, but now it's commonly known to be established fact. So some conspiracy theories are less far-fetched than others; time will tell where these fit on the scale.
SS_N_NE:
--- Quote from: SS_N_NE on March 23, 2013, 06:28:33 PM ---Recent Congressman questioning regarding DHS requisition of 1.6 billion rounds of ammuniton, 7000 select fire rifles, 2700 armored vehicles and body armor has resulted in no response. It is concerning that we have a number of military branches that can provide security but are allowing another entity to build power without having to answer to purpose.
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Here is a response from Adrian Smith: Basically related the concerns above, disappointed that the answer was simply a spending concern. Still question the 2700 armored vehicles, guns and ammo aside (not really aside, just for this instance).
March 28, 2013
Dear Mr. XXXXXX:
Thank you for contacting me regarding the procurement of ammunition by the United States Social Security Administration (SSA), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. I appreciate you taking the time to share your views on this matter.
As you may know, federal agencies are tasked with a wide range of responsibilities, including internal security and the enforcement of law. At the SSA, for example, the Office of the Inspector General employs agents charged with investigating fraud, executing search warrants, and making arrests. These investigators have full law enforcement authority and are required to complete quarterly firearms qualifications.
Some of my constituents have expressed concerns about the recent solicitation for ammunition by the NOAA. Due to a clerical error, this solicitation inadvertently was attributed to NOAA's National Weather Service; however, it originated from the NOAA Office of Law Enforcement.
As a member of the Committee on Ways and Means, the responsible use of taxpayer dollars is an issue I take very seriously, and I will work with my colleagues to ensure appropriate oversight is given to protect taxpayers from wasteful spending. Rest assured I will continue to monitor these agencies and keep you apprised of future developments.
Again, thank you for contacting me; please do so in the future if I may be of assistance.
Sincerely, Adrian Smith
GreyGeek:
--- Quote from: SS_N_NE on March 29, 2013, 07:54:22 AM ---NOAA Office of Law Enforcement
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When did the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration need an armed enforcement contingent? Along the coasts what's the coast guard for. Within the states what's the local police and highway patrols for?
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