The California Legislature has passed Senate Bill 627, the 'No Secret Police Act,' prohibiting on-duty law enforcement officers from covering their faces. Introduced by Senators Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) and Jesse Arreguín (D-Berkeley), the bill aims to boost transparency and public trust in law enforcement. The legislation's wording applies to local, state, and federal officers, including federal immigration agents, but exempts SWAT teams and allows for medical and wildfire-related masks. It has already sparked discussions about federal versus state authority, with legal experts questioning its alignment with the supremacy clause of the U.S. Constitution. The bill was introduced following immigration raids in LA. Democratic leaders, argued the practice undermined public trust and created opportunities for impostors. They believe that officers should be identifiable to maintain accountability and prevent scenarios where individuals might impersonate law enforcement. Officials in the Trump administration have repeatedly defended the need for officers to protect their identities. Border czar Tom Homan told reporters last month, “I don’t particularly like masks, but the ICE officers need the mask because their families are being doxed. Their families are being doxed, their children are being doxed, their families have been put in harm’s way.” The bill also requires officers to display identifying information on their uniforms. The bill awaits Governor Gavin Newsom's approval. #iheartradio