New CA Bill Would Let People Sue ICE Agents Who Violate Rights

California State Senator Scott Wiener has introduced legislation that would allow California residents to sue federal agents for constitutional rights violations, particularly in response to increased immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. The bill aims to expand access to Bivens lawsuits, a legal mechanism established by a 1971 Supreme Court decision that has since been significantly limited by subsequent court rulings. This legislative effort follows reports that over 170 U.S. citizens have been wrongfully detained during immigration operations, with victims having few options for legal recourse or compensation.