DOJ sues Virginia over ICE mask ban
The Justice Department on Thursday sued Virginia, arguing that the state’s mask ban for federal law enforcement and related identification requirements unconstitutionally interfere with federal officers and criminalize core aspects of federal operations.
TL;DR
- The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Virginia over its new mask ban for federal law enforcement.
- The lawsuit also challenges identification requirements for federal officers.
- The DOJ argues the state law unconstitutionally interferes with federal operations and officer safety.
- Virginia's law, passed on May 20, prohibits law enforcement from wearing face coverings and requires individual identifiers.
- The DOJ states that state law cannot regulate federal operations or prohibit federal officers from ensuring their own safety.