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Hegseth approves testing of "heat ray" at the border. Here's how it works

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Defense Secretary Hegseth approves testing of heat ray weapon at border

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved testing of a military-grade heat ray for potential use along the U.S.-Mexico border, a weapon that uses invisible energy beams to produce an intense burning sensation.

Oct 21, 2026·3 sourcesFederal agenciesPete HegsethBorder enforcementTrump immigration policyU.S.-Mexico borderU.S. border security & enforcementImmigrationU.S. militaryNational securityTrump administration
Defense Secretary Hegseth approves testing of heat ray weapon at border
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