politics
March 25, 2026
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon calls ICE airport role “test run” for 2026 elections
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon has called for using Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents deployed at US airports as a “test run” for the 2026 midterm elections
TL;DR
- Steve Bannon suggested ICE agents at airports could be a test run for the 2026 elections.
- Bannon and Mike Davis advocated for ICE agents to be present at polling places.
- They believe this would prevent illegal immigrants from voting and canceling citizens' votes.
- ICE agents are currently assisting TSA at airports due to staff shortages.
- This deployment was framed by Bannon as a '5D chess move' by Trump.
- Democrats have raised concerns about ICE following fatal shootings and have demanded increased agent accountability measures.
- Trump stated ICE will assist TSA as long as needed and would consider National Guard deployment if necessary.
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