Releasing a Layer Mask releases all clipping masks within
When I create a layer mask that includes clipping masks within, there are problems releasing the layer mask.
a) Using the Layers panel Make/Release Button releases some of the clipping masks within. (see attached movie)
b) Using the Properties panel button and/or the Object > Mask > Release will appear to do nothing, but is a redraw issue requiring View > Outline / View > Preview toggle.
Mac OS 10.12.6, AI 23.0.1
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Split idea
This idea was split into a new idea: Launching Ai without the application frame places the document window behind the tool panel

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Eimantas commented
Layer mask is different from clipping mask, therefore it's clearly not logical for layer panel to release clipping masks. It makes huge mess in a complex document.