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Newsom signs California law forcing federal agents to unmask

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law prohibiting federal law enforcement officers, like ICE agents, from wearing masks when conducting arrests.

Breakdown
  • California passes law requiring law enforcement agents to show their faces during operations. 28s
  • Federal officials say they will not comply, citing lack of state jurisdiction over federal agencies. 46s
  • Legal experts expect the law to be challenged in court, with federal agents arguing safety concerns. 1m 11s
  • The law is set to take effect in January, with exemptions for SWAT, undercover, and protective or medical gear. 1m 37s
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