You Can Pack Heat at the Republican Convention But Leave Your Nunchucks at Home
You Can Pack Heat at the Republican Convention But Leave Your Nunchucks at Home
Glass bottles are banned as well.
AJ VicensJul. 13, 2016 6:19 PM
The Republican National Convention kicks off in Cleveland on Monday and, despite earlier reports to the contrary, the city's police department says it's ready. A key question for law enforcement is what the effect of the state's open-carry law will be, especially in the wake of the murder of five police officers in Dallas, where people exercising their right to carry weapons legally were mistakenly treated as suspects and complicated the response for police officers.
Given the history of violence between protesters and supporters of the prospective GOP nominee at campaign events, some Trump delegates told Mother Jones' Pema Levy that they're bringing their guns to the event to protect themselves. The city of Cleveland had previously released a list of prohibited items for the area around the convention, including water guns, gas masks, swords, and nunchucks.
Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams said Wednesday at a press conference that his department is ready. Speaking with reporters, Williams said his officers are experienced and can handle crowds that include people who are openly armed.
"We've done this before," he said. "This is not the first time the city of Cleveland will see people open carry. We've had people with assault rifles, and you name it, and groups of people. We've handled it before."
More:
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2016/07/you-cant-bring-your-sword-rnc-your-gun-totally-fine
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I really can't imagine any trouble, can you?
