Posted on 09/29/2026 2:12:15 AM PDT by 4Runner
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has assigned personnel to use "advanced intelligence and cyber capabilities to identify, disrupt, and neutralize foreign interference" in the upcoming elections, Axios has learned.
Why it matters: The threat of foreign election interference has been a biennial U.S. concern for the past decade. This effort will use the most advanced artificial intelligence capabilities to date, officials said.
Hegseth's order does not direct military personnel to the polls, but President Trump has refused to rule out that possibility, heightening concern from Democrats and administration critics.
(Excerpt) Read more at axios.com ...
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LOL. To do… what?
Axios going for clicks I guess.
The Uniparty is really, really mad about this.
Sir, yes SIR!
Funny how the only time the election is being hacked is when Trump sycophants control everything. I guess the dems forgot to cheat in 2024. Oops.
So, they’re just going to turn Palantir loose? I’m sure this will be fine.
You go Pete! Why should Iran have a vote ?
What was the name of that department again?
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Signs Directive to Defend 2026 Elections From Foreign Threats
That thread links directly to the Department of War.
The Axios error means the entire article has no credibility.
Illegal foreign invaders, incorrectly labeled illegal immigrants, are foreign government threats to the election system.
Set up activated reservists at every, single polling location, drop boxes (state run and USPS), certain post offices. Stand the watch, 24/7, be armed and jacketed as the left will try.
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