Defense Department officials should clarify the guidelines governing the use of non-lethal weapons (NLW) for military personnel and first responders, according to the Government Accountability Office.
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Defense Department officials should clarify the guidelines governing the use of non-lethal weapons (NLW) for military personnel and first responders, according to the Government Accountability Office.
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