By Matt Rooney
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plans to disregard a new law signed by Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday which bars ICE agents and New Jersey LEO’s from wearing mask in most contexts.
The statement was provided to NBC’s Philly affiliate:
“Sanctuary politicians attempting to ban our federal law enforcement from wearing masks is despicable and a flagrant attempt to endanger our officers. To be crystal clear: we will not abide by this unconstitutional ban. The Supremacy Clause makes it clear that New Jersey’s sanctuary politicians do not control federal law enforcement.
“This law from sanctuary politicians in New Jersey is irresponsible, reckless, and dangerous.
“ICE officers wear face coverings for one reason: to protect themselves and their families from real-world threats including agitators. The danger is not hypothetical. Public databases and online “lists” have been created to expose officers’ identities. Today, our ICE law enforcement officers face a more than 1,300% increase in assaults, 3,300% increase in vehicular attacks, and an 8,000% increase in death threats against them.
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