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ICE mask ban legal battle in New York
A federal judge blocked New York State's law prohibiting ICE agents from wearing masks and requiring visible identification, ruling it likely unconstitutional. The decision came amid reported incidents of masked ICE agents conducting operations across New York City and using pepper spray on residents and protesters.
ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)New York StateFederal judgeNew York City
2026-08-05
2026-08-04
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