Trump administration sues NJ over law limiting masks for cops, ICE agents

The Department of Justice argues that the new state law limiting when law enforcement can hide their identities improperly regulates federal officials.

By: Nikita Biryukov

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 475

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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The U.S. Department of Justice sued New Jersey over a state law that limits when law enforcement can hide their identities while interacting with the public.

The federal government argued the law, which also requires officers to identify themselves before detaining or arresting someone, improperly seeks to regulate the actions of federal officials. The law was pushed by New Jersey Democrats to prevent immigration agents from wearing masks during enforcement operations.

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