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DOJ sues over Virginia mask ban for federal agents

DOJ sues over Virginia mask ban for federal agents

Summary

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Virginia because of a new state law that bans masks for federal agents working there. The DOJ argues this law wrongly tries to control federal law enforcement actions and is against the Constitution.

Key Facts

  • The Department of Justice sued the state of Virginia.
  • The lawsuit focuses on a new Virginia rule that bans masks for federal agents.
  • The DOJ says this rule tries to control federal law enforcement in a way that is not allowed by the Constitution.
  • Federal agents wear masks to protect their identities and safety while working.
  • The lawsuit was filed on a Thursday.
  • The issue involves how state rules affect federal law enforcement operations.
  • The DOJ’s position is that federal laws and operations should not be limited by state laws like this mask ban.
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