California Leads the Way: Bans ICE Agents from Wearing Masks During Operations.

California Leads the Way: Bans ICE Agents from Wearing Masks During Operations.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a groundbreaking bill banning Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from wearing masks while conducting operations in the state.

The law aims to increase transparency and accountability, especially during immigration raids. Newsom stated that masked agents create fear and undermine public trust, likening the practice to “secret police.”

The bill follows widespread protests in Los Angeles over aggressive ICE tactics and mass arrests.

Critics argue the ban could endanger federal agents, while supporters say it protects civil liberties and immigrant communities.

California is now the first state to prohibit federal law enforcement from concealing their identities during official duties, unless under specific tactical or medical exceptions.