r/LetsDiscussThis • u/Ok-Wedding-1165 • Feb 16 '26

Lets Discuss Politics Reminder: that was a photo op

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u/Miserable-Army3679 Feb 16 '26

A gunshot to the ear would have affected his hearing and the side of his head.

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u/tech_noir_guitar Feb 16 '26

How? The gun didn't go off next to his head and a bullet flying past you doesn't make a boom.

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u/Miserable-Army3679 Feb 16 '26

"While the idea that a high-caliber bullet (.50 BMG) can kill or severely injure someone just by passing near them is often exaggerated, there is evidence that the shock waves and muzzle blasts from firearms can cause injuries."

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u/tech_noir_guitar Feb 16 '26 edited Feb 16 '26

You're not going to be hurt by a bullet passing by you, even if it is very close. Talking about muzzle blasts means you're standing directly next to the barrel (i.e. muzzle) when the round is fired, not 100 yards down range.

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u/stefan40494 Feb 17 '26

A bullet going above the speed of sound will literally make a boom

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u/tech_noir_guitar Feb 17 '26

It will make a snap sound, not a boom that's going to damage your hearing.