DHS official promises that federal immigration agents won’t be at polling places during midterm elections
A Department of Homeland Security official assured state election administrators that federal immigration agents will not be stationed at polling places during the upcoming midterm elections. The pledge is aimed at addressing Democrats’ concerns about potential election interference by the administration.
The official emphasized that immigration enforcement activities will not occur at or near polling locations, seeking to reassure voters and election workers about polling safety and integrity. The statement follows ongoing worries from some political groups about the presence of federal agents at elections.
The assurances come as election officials prepare for voting operations nationwide, with emphasis on maintaining voter access, security, and trust in the electoral process.