Fact Check: Did Biden Deploy Troops to Polling Places in 2024?

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Claimant: Pete Hegseth

Claim: President Joe Biden deployed troops to polling locations in 15 states during the 2024 election.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: National Guard members were activated by state governors for cybersecurity and support roles, not by Biden, and not to police polling locations.

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Date: 05/07/2026

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Last Updated on May 7, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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