Congresswoman McClain Delaney is Introducing Legislation to Ban Federal Law Enforcement at Election Polling Sites

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congresswoman April McClain Delaney (MD-06) is introducing legislation imminently to prohibit federal law enforcement officers, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from deploying to polling stations during future elections.

While it is already unlawful for the military to be deployed to election sites, federal law enforcement - like ICE agents - are not covered. The Democracy Without Intimidation Act would address this gap by making it illegal for a senior executive or political appointee of a federal law enforcement agency to order their officers or agents to polling places Any offense would be a criminal violation punishable by up to five years in jail or a fine, and would carry a five-year statute of limitations, ensuring accountability across Presidential administrations.

"As many Americans head to the polls today, don't forget President Trump wants ICE and federal officers at polling sites to intimidate voters. That's fascism. I'm introducing the Democracy Without Intimidation Act to stop these actions so that all citizens can vote - not just ones MAGA approves of. Trump wants to suppress votes at the ballot box and my legislation would stop him from eroding our democracy," said McClain Delaney.

A follow-up press release will be sent once the bill is introduced on the House floor.

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Congresswoman April McClain Delaney was elected in 2024 to serve Maryland's 6th Congressional District, which encompasses all or part of Montgomery, Frederick, Washington, Allegany and Garrett Counties. In Congress, McClain Delaney is focused on improving US competitiveness and innovation, protecting our natural environment and championing policies that represent the values and priorities of Maryland's 6th District.