What does it say about America when those who are trained in the use of firearms to defend the nation are deemed incompetent to carry firearms...?
It says the political class, who control the military, have followed the practice of most governments on the planet.
There are only a very few that differ on this.
The Second Amendment is a major reason for the unique position of the United States.
So... the military should follow the practice of ‘other nations on the planet’ or follow the constitution?
Not sure that you’re saying.