The real question is whether cops are willing to enforce this — in most places they’ve refused to arrest ICE or Border Patrol for on-duty actions except in cases of nepotism.
The real question is whether cops are willing to enforce this — in most places they’ve refused to arrest ICE or Border Patrol for on-duty actions except in cases of nepotism.
It also sets a template for how other cities can pre-emptively ICE proof themselves.
It’s pretty widely acknowledged, even by ICE and DHS, that most agents would basically rather quit than work unmasked. They know they’re pariahs. Anonymity is the only protection they have.
Yeah, it’s such a simple psychological judo move to force them not to wear masks. I really think it would be extremely effective in preventing a lot of violence.