Does it keep the shield effective against EMI/RFI as ground is disconnected?

Yes, ground is disconnected “softly”, that is for RF frequencies the grounds remain connected, but for low frequencies (mains frequency and harmonics as well as 1/8kHz USB packet noise) that can cause audible noise in ground-loops if the ground is disconnected.

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