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Federal Judge Blocks Virginia Mask Ban for ICE | Richmond News
A federal judge has temporarily blocked Virginia’s new mask ban for law enforcement, specifically exempting federal agents like ICE officers, citing safety concerns amid rising threats and harassment. The state argued masked officers are mistaken for criminals, but the judge warned unmasking federal agents could worsen risks they already face. While protesters have a right to dissent, the judge ruled forcing officers to reveal their faces could cause irreparable harm — and the pause won’t significantly impact Virginia. The governor’s office is awaiting further developments. Listen in…
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