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July 2, 2026

Federal Judge Blocks Philadelphia's Ban on Masked Federal Agents

  • U.S. District Judge Chad Kenney issued a preliminary injunction against Philadelphia's mask ban for federal officers.
  • The city law aimed to require visible badges and penalize masked officers, part of the 'ICE Out' initiative.
  • Kenney ruled that municipalities cannot regulate federal operations, citing constitutional limitations.