💨 Abstract

Los Angeles County aims to ban law enforcement from concealing their identities during operations, following recent immigration raids where federal agents often did not reveal their identities. The Board of Supervisors voted to draft an ordinance requiring officers to wear visible identification and refrain from using masks, except for medical protection or undercover work. This move follows protests against aggressive immigration enforcement, focusing on public trust and transparency. Critics and administration officials debate the viability and necessity of this measure.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff