Derrick Van Orden

LAKE HALLIE, Wis. (WEAU) - Congressman Derrick Van Orden is making a stop in Lake Hallie Friday to meet with gun owners.

The event was hosted by Dan Marcon, Owner of Marc-on Shooting Gun Range.

During the visit, Congressman Van Orden highlighted his stance on the second amendment.

He shared why he thinks protecting that right is so important.

“A well-regulated militia being necessary for the security of a free state, the right for the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. That’s the entire context, or the entire content of the Second Amendment. The reason that that amendment is in place is to make sure that American citizens can protect themselves from a tyrannical government,” Van Orden said.

The Congressman said he also is a strong supporter of guns because they support businesses across the country.