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Trump Sues California Over Mask Ban for Federal Agents

12/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump is suing California to block a law prohibiting federal officers from wearing masks on duty, effective January.
The law aims to address concerns about masked immigration agents involved in raids.
The law strips qualified immunity from masked officers.
Critics, including police unions, argue the measure will complicate enforcement and mislead the immigrant community about federal presence.
The law provides exceptions for medical masks and undercover operations.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is suing California to block a law prohibiting federal officers from wearing masks on duty, effective January.
The law aims to address concerns about masked immigration agents involved in raids.
The law strips qualified immunity from masked officers.
Critics, including police unions, argue the measure will complicate enforcement and mislead the immigrant community about federal presence.
The law provides exceptions for medical masks and undercover operations.