Department of Justice files lawsuit against Connecticut and state officials over legislation restricting ICE
As News 12 has reported, the law federal immigration agents from wearing masks and requires them to clearly display their badge and name tag as well. The department says the officers also have to "adhere to Connecticut's preferred use-of-force policies when performing official duties."
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The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Friday against Connecticut, Governor Ned Lamont, Attorney General William Tong, Chief State's Attorney Patrick Griffin, and Deputy Chief State's Attorney Eliot Prescott in response to Lamont signing new restrictions against federal immigration agents.
In a statement, the department said the legislation is an "unconstitutional attempt to regulate federal law enforcement officers."
As News 12 has reported, the law federal immigration agents from wearing masks and requires them to clearly display their badge and name tag as well. The department says the officers also have to "adhere to Connecticut's preferred use-of-force policies when performing official duties."
The agency claims the law is an illegal attempt to "regulate the federal government and also threatens the safety of the safety of federal officers who have exhibited extreme bravery in enforcing our Nation's laws despite an unprecedented wave of harassment, doxing, and even violence."
"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. Connecticut's anti-law enforcement policies regulate the federal government and are designed to create risk for our agents. These laws cannot stand," said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
