A federal judge in Los Angeles issued a preliminary injunction
halting the implementation of California's so-called "No Secret
Police" law, which sought to prevent federal immigration agents from
wearing masks or other face coverings during operations.
The decision represents a legal victory for President Donald
Trump's administration, which had challenged the state law, arguing that it
interfered with the functions of federal authorities. The court determined, on
a preliminary basis, that there are sufficient grounds to suspend the law's
implementation while the litigation continues.
The challenged legislation specifically targeted Immigration
and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, aiming to prohibit them from wearing face
coverings during immigration enforcement operations. Proponents argued the
measure sought to strengthen transparency and accountability in procedures.
However, opponents maintained it could compromise agent safety and hinder the
performance of their duties.
With the preliminary injunction, the law's implementation is
paused until the case is resolved, thus maintaining, for now, the current
operational practices of federal authorities in the state.