Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez rallied outside an ICE field office in New York City to advocate for her No Masks for ICE Act, aimed at restricting the anonymity of ICE agents during enforcement operations. Velázquez emphasized that agents should not conceal their identities, arguing that such practices foster fear and potential abuse within immigrant communities. The proposed legislation mandates that ICE agents cannot wear masks unless necessary for health or safety, ensuring accountability and transparency in law enforcement, while also addressing the rising concerns regarding agent anonymity amid escalated deportation actions.
We would never accept it if the NYPD operated in masks without names or badges—and we shouldn't accept it from ICE either.
When agents hide their faces and identities they create chaos, fear, and open the door to abuse.
This bill is about restoring basic standards and bringing basic transparency and accountability to immigration enforcement.
If their operations are legitimate and above-board, why is there a need for anonymity, and why don't they need warrants to come onto private property?
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