CRIME & LAW

California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill banning masked law enforcement officers, including ICE agents, on duty starting January 1, 2026. The ban, prompted by masked agents during Los Angeles immigration raids, aims to prevent "secret police" actions. Exceptions include undercover work and health/safety reasons. While federal officials deem the law ineffective and claim it endangers officers, the bill is part of a larger package protecting residents' rights and limiting federal access to schools and hospitals without warrants. Other bills mandate officer identification and restrict federal agents' access to schools and hospitals.

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