Report: Federal Officials Considered Using 'Heat Ray' On Protesters

The transcript discusses the use of a heat ray, a crowd control device, during protests outside the White House in June. National Guard Major Adam de Marco testified about a military inquiry into the availability of the heat ray and a long-range acoustic device. The heat ray, also known as an active denial system, emits a beam causing a burning sensation and is considered non-lethal. It remains unclear if it has been used in combat. De Marco confirmed the National Guard did not possess these devices.

What was the purpose of using a heat ray during the protests outside the White House?

• To communicate with the protesters

• To provide warmth to the protesters

• To control the crowd in a non-lethal manner

• To illuminate the area

Who requested the heat ray and other devices during the protests?

• The President

• A top Defense Department military police officer

• A protest leader

• A local police officer

What is another name for the heat ray?

• Energy dispersal unit

• Long-range acoustic device

• Active denial system

• Thermal imaging system

What sensation does the heat ray cause?

• A cooling sensation

• A tingling sensation

• A burning sensation

• A vibrating sensation

Did the National Guard have the heat ray or the long-range acoustic device during the protests?

• Yes, they had both devices

• No, they had neither device

• Yes, they had only the acoustic device

• Yes, they had only the heat ray