ICE presence at polls sparks controversy as DHS chief defends Trump's citizenship checks

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin defended President Donald Trump's push for citizenship checks in federal elections on Sunday, claiming only American citizens should be in line to vote. He stated that DHS was preparing for the 2026 midterms by reviewing voter information. Mullin refused to rule out ICE involvement at polling stations, sparking concerns over potential voter intimidation. The comments come as part of a broader review of election security measures.