The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Friday against Connecticut over a law that prohibits federal officers from wearing face coverings.
Connecticut passed the legislation, called the “Act Concerning Democracy and Government Accountability,” in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the state, with a goal of more oversight of federal agents.
The DOJ called the law an illegal attempt to regulate the federal government, a news release said.
“Law enforcement officers risk their lives every day to keep Americans safe, and they do not deserve to be doxed or harassed simply for carrying out their duties,” acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said, calling Connecticut’s law “anti-law enforcement.”…