Guns Permitted Outside RNC Despite Recent Trump Assassination Attempt
Wisconsin law allows open and concealed carry in the outer security zone, overriding local efforts to ban firearms.
Overview
- Firearms are banned inside the RNC venue and immediate vicinity, but allowed in the outer perimeter.
- Wisconsin's state laws prevent cities from enacting their own firearm regulations.
- Governor Tony Evers requested the Secret Service to reconsider the firearm policy, but the agency has no authority over state laws.
- Local officials have criticized the policy, citing safety concerns, especially after the recent shooting.
- The RNC will proceed as planned with heightened security measures in place.