California and the Feds Clash Over Masks

A legal battle is brewing between California and the federal government. The U. S. Department of Justice has taken the state to court. They are challenging a new law in California. This law bans federal officers from wearing masks while working. The state passed this law last September. It applies to both local and federal law enforcement. The goal was to limit immigration enforcement actions. The Justice Department argues that this law is unconstitutional. They say it violates a principle called intergovernmental immunity. This principle prevents states from interfering with federal operations. The department also warns that the law puts officers at risk. It could lead to criminal charges against them. This is because state officials have made it clear they will target federal officers. They want to disrupt federal immigration activities. The law in California is the first of its kind in the United States. It came into effect during a tense time. President Donald Trump had sent National Guard troops to Los Angeles. This was in response to protests over immigration enforcement. The situation has created a lot of tension between the state and federal governments. California's Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta have not commented yet. They have not responded to requests for statements on the lawsuit. This legal fight highlights the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement. It also shows the tension between state and federal powers. The outcome of this case could have big implications. It could affect how states and the federal government interact in the future.