California has established a new online portal that enables citizens to report misconduct by federal officers, a move aimed at addressing what state officials have described as a "campaign of terror" associated with the Trump administration's policies. Governor Gavin Newsom underscored the state's commitment to ensuring that federal agents operate within legal boundaries, asserting that "no one is above the law."

The portal allows users to submit evidence, including photos and videos, of potentially unlawful activities by agencies such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and federalized National Guard troops. State Attorney General Rob Bonta highlighted the fear experienced by some communities in California due to federal actions, which he likened to kidnappings.

Reports have emerged detailing instances where federal agents allegedly exceeded their legal authority, particularly in relation to the Trump administration's mass deportation policies. Notably, a federal judge in Illinois ruled that immigration agents had violated protesters' rights by employing excessive force without justification. Similarly, a Colorado judge found that federal agents unlawfully arrested immigrants without probable cause. In California, courts have indicated that ICE agents likely violated the Fourth Amendment by making arrests based on race or ethnicity.

In response to these issues, Governor Newsom signed legislation that prohibits law enforcement from concealing their identities while on duty, a measure that the Trump administration had deemed unconstitutional. The new reporting portal allows users to report various types of incidents, such as excessive force and unlawful detention, and permits anonymous submissions. However, a disclaimer notes that submitting a report does not guarantee that action will be taken.

In reaction to California's initiative, a White House spokesperson criticized the state for focusing on federal law enforcement rather than addressing issues related to undocumented immigrants, asserting that attacks on law enforcement are unfounded and detrimental.