US thinks of sticking RFID chips inside troops

According to the DC Examiner, VeriChip is hoping to convince the Pentagon to allow them to insert the chips under the skin of the right arms of military personnel instead of the traditional dog tags.

The Examiner said the outfit might get away with the idea as it has powerful political connections. Apparently the former secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Tommy Thompson, on its board.

Thompson told the Examiner that the chip was safe and that no one will be forced to accept an implant against his or her will.

Others, like veterans groups, are not so happy with the idea. More here. µ