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New York Bill Targets Masked ICE Agents: Identifiable on Duty

Mask off: New York bill would charge ICE agents who hide their faces – that’s the crux of the matter here. The conversation around this New York bill is bubbling with opinions, and it’s easy to see why. The core of the bill is simple: ICE agents operating within the state would be required to remove their masks and display visible identification while on duty. This is a move that seems to spark a lot of heated debate.

The idea of visible identification is a recurring theme. People are saying it’s not just about removing masks; it’s about clear display of badges with identifying numbers and names.… Continue reading