The article explores how federal immigration officers have increasingly concealed their identities during immigration raids, alarming civil rights and law enforcement experts. Mike German, a former FBI agent, describes this trend as unprecedented and a serious threat to democracy. The Department of Homeland Security defends the practice as a protective measure, but critics argue it fosters distrust and enables impersonation of officers. The implications of this practice could severely diminish public confidence in law enforcement and blur the lines of legitimate authority.
"The practice of immigration officers hiding their identities while carrying out arrests signals a serious erosion of trust and accountability in law enforcement..."
Mike German pointed out, 'When it's hard to tell who is working for whom, it undermines the legitimacy of authority.' He highlights how this impacts public perception of law enforcement.'
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