US federal judge blocks New York’s ban on ICE officers wearing masks
New York State passed a ban preventing ICE agents from wearing masks. A federal judge ruled against this ban, blocking it from taking effect. The case involves disagreement between the state and federal government over what rules ICE agents must follow.
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Federal Judge Rules Against New York Law Banning ICE Agents From Wearing Masks
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