Maine and eight other states demand written proof that ICE won’t be at polling places in 2026, citing voter intimidation fears.

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and eight other state secretaries of state are demanding written confirmation from DHS Secretary nominee Markwayne Mullin that ICE agents will not be stationed at polling places during the 2026 election. The request, made on March 11, 2026, follows prior federal assurances from DHS officials and former Secretary Kristi Noem that no such deployments are planned. The signatories cite concerns over voter intimidation and federal overreach, emphasizing the need for clarity amid growing political tensions over election integrity and states’ rights.