US Attorney Directs Federal Authorities to Ignore California Mask Law

The governor last week signed a measure into law making masks or face coverings of state, local, and federal officials a misdemeanor crime.
US Attorney Directs Federal Authorities to Ignore California Mask Law
Activists confront federal police during a protest outside of an immigration processing center in Broadview, Ill., on Sept. 12, 2025. Scott Olson/Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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An acting U.S. attorney in California on Friday ordered federal authorities to ignore a new state law that bars law enforcement officers from wearing masks.

Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a measure into law that makes it a misdemeanor crime for state, local, and federal law enforcement officers to wear masks or face coverings. It goes into effect at the start of next year.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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