Trump Says He'd 'Do Anything' — Suggests ICE, National Guard Could Guard Polls

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Trump Says He'd 'Do Anything' — Suggests ICE, National Guard Could Guard Polls

News (2 / 1) 12.05.2026 21:55 / Silia


Legal and human concerns

Experts note laws exist to bar armed federal agents at polling places to prevent voter intimidation. ICE operations have had deadly outcomes: agents killed two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis and at least 18 people died in ICE custody in 2026, according to reporting cited in the coverage.

Why this matters

The remarks come as control of the House and 33 Senate seats is at stake on Nov. 3. Critics say deploying federal forces could chill voters; allies amplified the clip, including a political action committee tied to Elon Musk’s network.