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Federal Agents Masked in NYC | New York City News
A federal judge has blocked New York’s MELT Act, which requires law enforcement to show their faces, allowing federal agents to remain masked while patrolling the city. State officials argue masked officers undermine accountability—especially for immigrants and residents—while the Trump-era administration contends federal officers aren’t bound by state laws. Immigration advocates and elected leaders decry the ruling as a step backward, warning masks enable impunity. DHS says it won’t comply with unconstitutional state laws, and Governor Hochul and AG James vow to pursue all legal options…
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