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Federal agents began wearing masks more regularly during immigration raids last year in large part to avoid being identified by activists.
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Federal agents began wearing masks more regularly during immigration raids last year to avoid being identified by activists
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- Claim Maker
- Laurel Rosenhall
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- a1162b62-acba-41e0-8965-802abaa5bbda
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- February 15, 2026 at 2:31 PM (6 months ago)
- Last Updated
- February 15, 2026 at 2:31 PM (6 months ago)
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A federal judge struck down California's ban on masks for federal law enforcement but upheld the requirement for visible identification. The ruling allows both California Democrats and the Trump administration to claim partial victories. The judge cited the discriminatory nature of the mask ban.
Senate Democrats blocked a spending bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security due to disagreements over restrictions on federal immigration agents. The impasse puts the department on track for a shutdown this weekend. Negotiations continue, but a deal seems unlikely before the deadline.
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security has lapsed due to a standoff between Democrats and Republicans over immigration restrictions. Democrats seek changes to immigration enforcement, while Republicans object to the demands. The shutdown's impact on agencies and travelers is discussed.
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