States prep for ICE agents at polling places amid Trump warnings
They publishedStates prep for ICE agents to be at polls, just in case
First reportAxios · 17 Sept, 09:20Z
Latest reportAxios · 17 Sept, 09:20Z
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Why it matters
What
States from Maine to Oregon are preparing for possible ICE presence at polling places after Trump administration warnings.
Why
Officials say federal agents at polling sites would be illegal, while DHS says ICE conducts targeted enforcement, not polling operations.
Watch
Protocols call for asking agents to leave, contacting sheriffs, and considering legal action if officers appear.
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Summary
- Trump administration hinted ICE could be at polling places this fall.
- States from Maine to Oregon are planning to counter potential disruptions.
- Officials say it's illegal for federal agents to be at polling places.
- Training protocols include asking officers to leave, then contacting sheriffs and legal action.
- DHS disputes plan and notes ICE conducts targeted enforcement, not polling place operations.