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Amtrak workers’ union denounces plan to let passengers bring guns on trains: ‘Sheer lunacy’

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Amtrak category. Published on November 5, 2026 • Originally reported by Michael Sainato. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

New policy would permit passengers to take firearms to their seats in lockboxes on 1,500 trains a day across the US

The Transport Workers Union, which represents 360 onboard service workers at national passenger rail operator Amtrak, has lambasted the planned implementation of a new policy that would permit passengers to bring their guns on its US intercity trains.

The forthcoming protocols will allow people to carry on firearms in personal lock boxes.

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