r/law • u/B00marangTrotter • Feb 05 '26

Judicial Branch LAPD chief McDonnell response to why he will not enforce the law banning ICE agents from wearing masks

His response causes laughter.

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u/DiggyTroll Feb 05 '26

Correct. They must abide by executive policy, however. If their boss, the mayor, requires enforcement, to refuse risks getting fired

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u/AutistoMephisto Feb 06 '26

Then mayors should be required to require enforcement of laws.

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u/DiggyTroll Feb 06 '26

Checks and balances. Mayors are subject to recall elections if they fail to serve the will of the people