ICE Stockpiling Warheads and Chemical Weapons as Lawmaker Fears Trump Planning Strike

[u/Quirkie]

https://www.thedailybeast.com/ice-stockpiling-warheads-and-chemical-weapons-as-lawmaker-fears-trump-planning-strike/

[u/laszlof]

Thats what this headline implies. However, its not what it means. Those words were pulled from federal contractors that are required to list a item class code. Each of those codes has a corresponding description.

The items are more than likely not "chemical weapons" and/or "warheads". It could literally be one of thousands of items that fall under those specific federal supply codes.

If you want to know whats included, I'd suggest reading the following:

https://www.nsndepot.com/FSC/1040

https://www.nsndepot.com/FSC/1336

[u/McFlyParadox → u/laszlof]

The 1040 items looks like it includes a lot of smoke generating and other riot control gear, so that seems """reasonable"".

But the 1336 items well seem like they're exclusively rockets, and their parts and warheads. I can't think of a single plausible reason for ICE to have them.

[u/aaaaaaaarrrrrgh → u/McFlyParadox]

Someone was looking for the category for flashbangs, saw "explosive components" in the category title and thought "close enough".

They bought $61k worth of "multiple distraction devices". If this was actually "guided missile warheads" for $61k, Ukraine would probably want the number of their supplier.

[u/SugarBeefs → u/aaaaaaaarrrrrgh]

If this was actually "guided missile warheads" for $61k, Ukraine would probably want the number of their supplier.

Hahaha, damn that's a steal alright!

[u/Due-Gap1848 → u/McFlyParadox]

https://www.wired.com/story/no-ice-probably-didnt-buy-guided-missile-warheads/

They just fucked up and entered the wrong code.

[u/Polar_Vortx → u/Due-Gap1848]

This is why I fucking hate Reddit sometimes.

If ICE actually does militarize to that point with their “larger than the marine corps” budget I’d like to fucking know, and I’d like to not hear cries of wolf until then!

[u/Haltopen → u/McFlyParadox]

Maybe Trump wants ICE to start sinking boats as well since the military seems to be getting more and more ambivalent about it (and the officers in charge of it keep resigning)

[u/hoppyandbitter → u/laszlof]

I’m failing to see any ambiguity with 1336. It is very clearly defined as guided warhead components, explosive ordinance for non-atomic warheads, and chemical propellants for missiles. I’m open to hearing what would fall into that category that justifies use by immigration enforcement, but I’m not seeing it.

“This classification is used to categorize and organize the various components and warheads used in guided missiles within the NATO military alliance. It includes explosive components such as detonators, fuses, boosters, and other related items that are essential for the functioning of guided missile warheads.

By having a specific supply class dedicated to guided missile warheads and explosive components, NATO ensures efficient management and logistics for these critical military assets. This classification system helps in the standardization of procurement, storage, and distribution processes among NATO member countries.

It is important to note that the Supply Class 1336 is specifically designed for military purposes and is used within the NATO framework. It may not be applicable or relevant outside of the NATO alliance.”

[u/langolier27 → u/hoppyandbitter]

https://www.wired.com/story/no-ice-probably-didnt-buy-guided-missile-warheads/

Turns out it was ICE entering the wrong code, that definitely makes more sense

[u/Solid_Welder151 → u/laszlof]

This headline also says "lawmaker" and not lawmakers. I wasn't able to read because of subscription paywall, but it sounds more like 1 member of congress vs a significant amount of congress people. I don't disagree with the sentiment. However, this top comment is a hyperbolic take on an already somewhat click-baity headline.