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Judge imposes strict restrictions on immigration agents

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A federal judge has banned federal immigration agents from using force against protesters and the media.

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  • A judge has indefinitely banned federal immigration agents from using force against protesters and the media.
  • Judge Sarah Ellis ruled the government's claims about the necessity of force were not credible and affirmed First Amendment protections. 25s
  • Evidence showed protesters were peaceful, and plaintiffs accused Gregory Bovino of lying about the justification for using tear gas. 1m 17s
  • The Department of Homeland Security criticized the ruling and stated it would appeal, calling it an extreme act by an activist judge. 2m 12s
  • The ruling requires agents to wear body cameras and identification, and restricts use of tear gas or munitions to situations with a realistic threat of harm or death. 2m 21s
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