Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plans to ignore California's new law that prevents law enforcement officers from wearing masks during operations. Governor Gavin Newsom signed this law to stop officers from covering their faces while on duty, but DHS officials stated they will not comply, calling it unconstitutional.
Key Facts
- California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law that prevents law enforcement officers from masking their identities.
- The law is known as the "No Secret Police Act."
- DHS announced they will not follow this new California law.
- DHS officials argue the law is unconstitutional and believe it strips officers of necessary protections.
- The law allows some exceptions, like undercover work and medical masks.
- California is the first state to ban enforcement agents from wearing masks with these specific conditions.
