Limit Military at Polling Places
Official: Defend Elections from Trump Act
IntroducedFebruary 20, 2026
Why This Matters
This bill aims to keep federal law enforcement and military personnel away from polling places to ensure elections are free from intimidation. It is important for protecting the voting process and maintaining public trust in elections.
If you are a voter, this bill helps ensure you can cast your ballot without federal law enforcement or military nearby.
Affects: This bill affects voters and communities during elections, ensuring they can vote without federal presence.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill stops federal law enforcement and military from being at polling places during elections. 2. It prohibits using federal funds for this purpose until the end of 2026. 3. Congress must pass a specific law to allow federal personnel at election sites. 4. The bill does not affect voters exercising their right to vote.
Who is affected?
This bill affects voters and communities during elections, ensuring they can vote without federal presence.