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Steve Bannon Threatens “ICE Surround The Polls” For The Midterms

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Feb 5, 2026
A fiery conversation rebukes threats to have ICE surround polling places and why that tactic would likely backfire. The discussion stresses protecting voting rights and urges turnout over intimidation. It also explores Stephen Miller's lasting influence in Trump’s circle. The hosts tie Epstein revelations to a wider culture of elites ignoring moral red lines.
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INSIGHT

Bannon's Threats Will Backfire

  • Tim Miller says Steve Bannon's threat to have ICE "surround the polls" is bluster and fundamentally un-American.
  • Miller argues the tactic will likely backfire by motivating turnout rather than suppressing votes.
INSIGHT

Intimidation Aims To Depress Turnout

  • Miller identifies the tactic as aimed at deterring and depressing the vote by instilling fear.
  • He notes fear of armed agents could cause some voters to stay home, which is the intended effect.
ADVICE

Mobilize Voters Against Intimidation

  • Tim Miller urges pro-democracy advocates to counter threats by mobilizing more voters, not shrinking back.
  • He recommends encouraging turnout as the best response to intimidation efforts.
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