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Senator Elissa Slotkin has reached out to military leaders, including Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, seeking assurance that federal troops will not be sent to polling locations or involved in the handling of election materials. This request was made in letters dated August 18, 2026.
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Senator Elissa Slotkin has reached out to military leaders, including Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, seeking assurance that federal troops will not be sent to polling locations or involved in the handling of election materials. This request was made in letters dated August 18, 2026.
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