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Trump's MAGA allies openly discuss martial law

Axios·October 16, 2026·1 min read
Trump's MAGA allies openly discuss martial law

MAGA activists are urging President Trump to consider extraordinary measures, including martial law, if they believe midterm elections are 'rigged.' On a September 30 video call, Peter Ticktin, Trump's childhood friend, said martial law might be needed in the event of another rigged election. There is no evidence of planned rigging, and such proposals exceed Trump's legal authority.

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