mask ban
Coverage of mask ban in the Nexus archive.
- Federal judge rules against New York State's mask ban for ICE agents
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against New York State's law prohibiting federal immigration agents from wearing masks and requiring them to display identification. The ruling temporarily blocks the law's enforcement.
- DOJ sues Virginia over mask ban for federal agents
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Virginia over a mask ban for federal agents. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that law enforcement officers should not face harassment for performing their duties.
- Editorial | It’s time to fully reinstate New York’s mask ban again
Governor Kathy Hochul signed a law banning law enforcement officers from wearing masks on duty, primarily in response to ICE agents' actions. The editorial argues for reinstating New York's pre-pandemic public mask ban, with exceptions for medical conditions, to address masked protesters engaging in harmful behavior.
- Viral mask ban at amusement park abruptly reversed after fierce backlash online
Hersheypark in Pennsylvania reversed a controversial mask ban for guests under 21 after online backlash, with officials clarifying the policy was a misinterpreted security update. The park introduced a secure digital photo process to prevent reentry, addressing safety concerns while allowing face coverings.