California's Mask Ban for Federal Agents Faces Legal Challenges
TL;DR
California has enacted a law banning law enforcement officers from covering their faces, with exceptions, aiming to curb anonymous federal agents involved in immigration raids. The Trump administration is suing to block the law, citing federal supremacy and safety concerns for agents. Legal experts suggest the law may face significant challenges in court due to longstanding federal immunity principles and constitutional considerations.
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